Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 medium head cauliflower, chopped into florets
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oil and sauté onion: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until it becomes translucent.
- Add garlic and ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add spices: Mix in the curry powder, ground cumin, turmeric, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for another minute to toast the spices and release their aroma.
- Add cauliflower and broth: Add the chopped cauliflower florets to the pot and pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, until the cauliflower is tender.
- Blend the soup: Use an immersion blender directly in the pot to puree the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender and puree, then return to the pot.
- Add coconut milk and peas: Stir in the coconut milk and frozen peas. Continue to simmer for another 5 minutes to heat through and allow the flavors to meld.
- Season and serve: Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can adjust the heat by varying the amount of cayenne pepper or omitting it entirely.
- For a thinner soup, add more vegetable broth as needed.
- Use fresh peas instead of frozen for added sweetness if available.
- This soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
- Garnishing with a squeeze of lime juice adds a pleasant brightness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Vegetarian