Carrot Celeriac and Chilli Soup (Print View)

Sweet carrots and earthy celeriac blend with warming spices in this vibrant, nourishing bowl ready in 45 minutes.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1.1 lbs carrots, peeled and chopped
02 - 10.5 oz celeriac, peeled and diced
03 - 1 large onion, diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 medium red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
06 - 1 medium potato, peeled and diced

→ Liquids

07 - 4.2 cups vegetable stock, gluten-free if required
08 - 1 tbsp olive oil

→ Spices & Seasoning

09 - 1 tsp ground cumin
10 - 1/2 tsp ground coriander
11 - 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
12 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
13 - Salt, to taste

→ Optional Garnish

14 - Fresh coriander leaves
15 - Vegan yogurt or coconut cream
16 - Extra chilli slices

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and chopped red chilli. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
03 - Add chopped carrots, diced celeriac, and potato to the pan. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to lightly coat the vegetables in oil.
04 - Sprinkle in cumin, coriander, turmeric, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to evenly coat all vegetables with the spice mixture.
05 - Pour in vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 20-25 minutes until all vegetables are fork-tender.
06 - Remove from heat and purée using an immersion blender until completely smooth. Alternatively, blend in batches using a standard blender.
07 - Season with salt to taste. If consistency is too thick, add small amounts of hot water or stock until desired thickness is reached.
08 - Ladle into serving bowls. Top with fresh coriander leaves, a swirl of vegan yogurt or coconut cream, and additional chilli slices if preferred.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of sweet carrots and earthy celeriac creates depth that tastes like it simmered for hours, not 30 minutes
  • That gentle chilli warmth sneaks up on you, making every spoonful feel like therapy
02 -
  • Do not rush the initial vegetable sauté step, it builds depth that cannot be added later
  • Let the soup cool slightly before blending to avoid hot splatters and dangerous pressure buildup
03 -
  • Use an immersion blender if possible, it is easier and safer than transferring hot soup to a countertop blender
  • If you only have a regular blender, work in small batches and remove the center cap to let steam escape
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