CREAMY CAULIFLOWER PAKORA SOUP

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My husband and I often crave pakoras, deep-fried fritters from India. I wanted to get the same flavors but use a healthier cooking technique, so I made soup using all the classic spices and our favorite veggie, cauliflower! -Melody Johnson, DePere, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 large head cauliflower, cut into small florets
5 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 large onion, diced
4 medium carrots, peeled and diced
2 celery ribs, diced
1 carton (32 ounces) vegetable stock
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Water or additional vegetable stock
Fresh cilantro leaves
Lime wedges, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, bring first 14 ingredients to a boil. Cook and stir until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Process in batches in a blender or food processor until smooth. Adjust consistency as desired with water or additional stock. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro. Serve hot, with lime wedges if desired., Freeze option: Before adding cilantro, freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add water if necessary. Sprinkle with cilantro. If desired, serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 645mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Farida Rashed
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This soup is delicious and healthy! I love that it's made with all natural ingredients.


thuso mbedzi
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Shawnice Thomas
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and it fills you up.


Abinash Chaudhary
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I'm always looking for new and exciting soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The cauliflower pakoras are a unique and delicious addition.


Md mizanur Rohman Mizan
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover cauliflower. I always have cauliflower in my fridge, and this soup is a great way to use it up before it goes bad.


phindy shoba
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I love how this soup is made with all natural ingredients. It's a great way to get my family to eat healthy.


Mesfin Tesfaye
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This soup is so easy to make! I was able to have a delicious and healthy meal on the table in no time.


Aamna Abbasi
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I made this soup for dinner last night and it was a hit! My husband and kids loved it. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the cauliflower pakoras were a great addition.


Othandwayo Othandwayo
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I'm not a huge fan of cauliflower, but I really enjoyed this soup. The cauliflower pakoras were a great addition, and they added a nice crunch.


Emily Oxford
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This was my first time making cauliflower pakora soup and it turned out great! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the cauliflower pakoras were crispy and delicious.


Krista Lewis
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This soup is delicious and healthy! I love that it's made with all natural ingredients.


nazeer Ali
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Kopray 11
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and it fills you up.


Sohail Qamar
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


irwan
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover cauliflower. I always have cauliflower in my fridge, and this soup is a great way to use it up before it goes bad.


Akmal jan
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I love how easy this soup is to make. I was able to have a delicious and healthy meal on the table in no time.


Manaam siddiqui
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This soup is delicious! The cauliflower pakoras are a great way to add some extra flavor and texture.


SUPER HIT PRIZE BOND
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This soup was surprisingly good! I'm not a huge fan of cauliflower, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors were well-balanced and the cauliflower pakoras were a nice touch.


Princess Peach
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I love this soup! It's creamy, flavorful, and satisfying. The cauliflower pakoras are a great addition, and they add a nice crunch.


Melusi Kunene
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This cauliflower pakora soup is fantastic! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The flavors are complex and delicious, and the cauliflower pakoras add a great texture.