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Cream of Broccoli Soup

Broccoli is such a healthy vegetable but it is rarely used in Indian Cuisine. It is really expensive in India compared to other vegetables. Here is a recipe for a nourishing Cream of Broccoli Soup. This soup tastes wonderful and will lift your spirits on a dull day.

Cream of Broccoli Soup

Cream of Broccoli Soup

Ingredients

  1. Fresh Broccoli Florets & Stem (Chopped) – 4 Cups approx
  2. Chopped Onions – 1 small
  3. Chopped Garlic – 2 cloves
  4. Slit Green Chilly – 1 (optional)
  5. Vegetable Broth – 1 cup
  6. Water – 1/2 to 1 cup
  7. Milk – 1 cup (Alternatively, you can use Whipping Cream)
  8. Butter – 2 tbsp
  9. Salt – to taste
  10. Black Pepper – 1/2 tsp

Preparation Method

  1. Melt 1 tbsp butter in a pan and saute onions until translucent.
  2. Add the garlic and slit green chilly and saute for a minute.
  3. Throw in the chopped broccoli and stir fry for 2 minutes.
  4. Add 1/2 cup of water and 1 cup vegetable broth to the pan. Cover and cook for around 10 minutes until the broccoli is tender.
  5. Remove from heat and allow it to cool. Blend everything in a blender or food processor until smooth.
  6. Transfer it back to the pan and reheat.
  7. Slowly, add milk or cream and simmer for a few more minutes. Do not boil.
  8. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with slivered almonds.

Note

  • If you want to thicken the soup, stir in 1-2 tbsp plain flour after Step 3. Saute until the flour turns light brown.
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