Creamy Cauliflower With Ginger Soup
This Indian-inspired soup is seasoned with saffron, ginger, and turmeric, and topped with a seared sea scallop.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large, deep saute pan until shimmering.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Add cauliflower, then onion; saute, stirring very little at first, then more frequently, until vegetables start to turn golden brown, 7 to 8 minutes.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Reduce heat to low and add butter, sugar and garlic; continue cooking until all vegetables are a rich spotty caramel color, about 10 minutes longer.'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Add ginger, turmeric, saffron and cayenne pepper; continue to saute until fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute longer.'}
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{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Add broth; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer, partially covered, until cauliflower is tender, about 10 minutes.'}
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{'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Using an immersion blender or traditional blender, puree until very smooth, 30 seconds to 1 minute. (If using a traditional blender, vent it either by removing the lid's pop-out center or by lifting one edge of the lid. Drape the blender canister with a kitchen towel. To 'clean' the canister, pour in a little half-and-half, blend briefly, then add to the soup.)'}
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{'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Return to pan (or a soup pot); add enough half-and-half so the mixture is souplike, yet thick enough to float garnish. Taste, and add salt and pepper if needed. Heat through, ladle into bowls, garnish and serve.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (8 servings total)