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spicy carrot ginger bisque

spicy carrot ginger bisque

👨‍🍳 Chefy Tip: Carrots go in at 400°F for 25–30 minutes — check at 25. They should have deep color on the edges, not just orange. Stir the bisque after adding coconut milk, never boil. Finish with lemon off the heat.

Serves
4
Prep
10 min
Cook
40 min
Calories
220
Carbs
35g
Protein
4g
Fat
10g

Flavor Profile

🥕 Sweet and earthy from the roasted carrots
🌶️ Spicy and warming from the ginger and chili
🥥 Creamy and smooth from the coconut milk
🍋 Bright and zesty from the lemon
🌿 Fresh and aromatic from the cilantro

Ingredients

🥕 4 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
🌶️ 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
🧴 2 tbsp olive oil
🍋 Juice of 1 lemon
🥥 1 can coconut milk
🧂 Salt and pepper to taste
🍯 1 tbsp honey
🥄 4 cups vegetable broth
🌿 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
🌶️ 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

01

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

02

Toss the carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread them on a baking sheet.

03

Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and caramelized.

04

In a large pot, combine the roasted carrots, ginger, vegetable broth, and coconut milk.

05

Bring to a simmer and cook for another 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

06

Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or by transferring it to a blender.

07

Stir in the lemon juice and fresh cilantro, then serve hot, garnished with extra cilantro or a swirl of coconut milk.

🧬 Food Science

Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which is beneficial for eye health and immunity. Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce pain and promote gut health.

Pair It

🥂 Pair with a fresh mint tea or a chilled lemon water.
🍽️ Pair with roasted sweet potatoes or a quinoa salad.