Spice Cauliflower Soup Recipe

In India, there are two main tzpes of soup, "rasam" originaters from the south and "shorba" from thr north. This soup, or shorba, would be served at the beginning of a meal. Based on cauliflower, this creamed soup is spicy but not excessively so. It is particularly suitable for a special occasion and in India it is often served at weddings. Spice Cauliflower Soup In India, there are two main types of soup, "rasam" originaters from the south and "shorba" from thr north. This soup, or shorba, would be served at the beginning of a meal. Based on cauliflower, this creamed soup is spicy but not excessively so. It is particularly suitable for a special occasion and in India it is often served at weddings.
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Summary

Preparation Time30 MinCooking Time30 Min
Ready In1 Hr 0 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthyServings4
CuisineCourse
Main Ingredient

Ingredients

 Onions200 Gram (7 Ounce)
 Root ginger35 Gram (1 1/4 Ounce)
 Creme fraiche250 Milliliter (9 Fluid Ounce)
 Ground cumin1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Ground coriander1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Turmeric1⁄8 Teaspoon
 Chilli powder1 Pinch
 Oil2 Tablespoon
 Salt To Taste
 Cauliflower350 Gram (12 Ounce)
 Potatoes350 Gram (12 Ounce)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 406 Calories from Fat 290

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 32 g49.5%

Saturated Fat 16.5 g82.5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 88.2 mg29.4%

Sodium 155.7 mg6.5%

Total Carbohydrates 27 g9.1%

Dietary Fiber 5.4 g21.4%

Sugars 5.1 g

Protein 4 g8.6%

Vitamin A 34.3% Vitamin C 103.6%

Calcium 4.7% Iron 8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Peel the ginger, onions and potatoes. Cut the cauliflower into florets. Discard the stalks and select 350g of florets. Wash and drain them. Chop the onions. Cut the potatoes and the cauliflower florets into small pieces. Grate the ginger onto a small plate.

Put the oil in a saucepan on a medium heat. Sweat the onions, them add the cauliflower, potatoes, ground spice, ginger, a little salt and 700ml (1 pint 4fl oz) water. Stir together, bring to the boil, cover and simmer gently for about 30 minutes.

Use a hand-held mixer or food processor to liquidise the soup. Add the creme fraiche and mix it in. Gently heat the soup. Check the seasoning and serve.
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