Spicy Mushroom Soup Recipe to Warm Your Soul

Looking for a comforting and flavorful soup to warm up on a cold day? Try this spicy mushroom soup! It's packed with savory mushrooms, spicy seasonings, and creamy coconut milk for a delicious and satisfying dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound mushrooms, sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

If you want to make this recipe even more flavorful, try using a variety of mushrooms. Shiitake, portobello, and oyster mushrooms can all add unique textures and flavors to the soup.

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and sauté until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.


Sautéing the onions and garlic before adding the mushrooms helps to develop the flavors and aromas of the soup.

2. Add the sliced mushrooms and stir to combine with the onions and garlic. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms are tender and have released their juices.


Stirring the mushrooms occasionally helps to prevent them from sticking to the bottom of the pot and ensures that they cook evenly.

3. Add the cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper to the pot and stir to combine with the mushrooms.


Adding the spices at this point allows them to toast slightly, which enhances their flavors and aromas.

4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 10-15 minutes.


Simmering the soup allows the flavors to meld together and creates a rich and delicious broth.

5. Remove the soup from the heat and let it cool slightly. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until it is smooth and creamy.


Blending the soup creates a smooth and creamy texture, while also incorporating air into the soup which helps to enhance its flavors.

6. Return the soup to the pot and add the can of coconut milk. Stir to combine.


The coconut milk adds a creamy and slightly sweet flavor to the soup, while also helping to balance out the spiciness of the seasonings.

7. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot and enjoy!


Garnish the soup with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley, for an extra burst of flavor.