CUCUMBER SOUP WITH SOY AND SCALLIONS

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For hot days, you can't beat this take on cucumber soup, which blows away the "classic" dairy-based version.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, quick, soups and stews, appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium cucumbers
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice-wine or white-wine vinegar
1 small chile, stemmed, seeded and minced, or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste
2 teaspoons sugar
3 cups chicken stock, chilled
1/2 cup minced scallions, both whiteand green parts
1 cup chopped watercress or arugula (optional)
1 cup roughly chopped cilantro, mint, Thai basil or a combination

Steps:

  • Peel cucumbers, then cut them in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds. Slice cucumbers as thinly as possible (a mandoline is ideal for this). Mix them in a large bowl with soy sauce, vinegar, chile and sugar, then refrigerate for about 20 minutes.
  • Add stock, scallions, watercress or arugula if you like, and stir. Taste, and adjust seasoning. Just before serving, garnish with herb or herbs of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 107, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 922 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

Bijay Bhul
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I can't wait to make this soup again!


Munni Akther
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This soup is a must-try for cucumber lovers!


Najrul Sarkar
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I would not recommend this soup to others.


Noorah
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I would recommend this soup to others.


Bacha Lal
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Overall, I thought this soup was just okay.


Tor Ivan Boine
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The soup was good, but I think it could have used more seasoning.


Sonia Saleem
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I found this soup to be too watery.


Patience Friday
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This soup is a bit bland for my taste.


Edie
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I'm not a big fan of cucumber soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's delicious!


Melani Talvik
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover cucumbers.


Eladio Cosme
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I love that this soup is so easy to make. It's a great weeknight meal.


Ifenatuora Blessing
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This soup is a great way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Bukas G
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this soup. It's light and flavorful, and the soy and scallions add a nice touch.


Barbara Olivia
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This soup is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of cucumber and soy sauce.


Gabriel Santos
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up cucumbers from my garden.


SK Ariful
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I love the simplicity of this soup. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Hinamale Taapopi
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This cucumber soup is a refreshing and flavorful way to cool down on a hot summer day. The soy and scallions add a delicious savory flavor.