CURRIED SPINACH SOUP (PALAK SHORVA)

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Rich, smooth and thick, perfect for when the weather starts to turn frosty. Make enough to have leftovers the next day -- it is even better when the flavors have time to meld together. From "Fields of Greens" by Annie Somerville.

Provided by Susiecat too

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 cups vegetable stock
1 tablespoon light olive oil
1 medium onion, thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
salt and pepper
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 teaspoons cumin seeds, toasted and ground
2 1/4 teaspoons coriander seeds, toasted and ground
1 1/4 teaspoons ground fenugreek
1/2 cup long-grain white rice
2 bunches fresh spinach, stems removed (or 3 small bunches)
1 cup coconut milk
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup unsweetened dried shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Heat the stock over low heat.
  • In a separate soup pot, heat the oil and add onions, 1/2 tsp salt, and a few pinches of pepper.
  • Saute the onions over medium heat until tender, about 7-8 minutes.
  • Add garlic and spices to onions, saute 2 minutes.
  • Add rice to onion mixture, and 3 cups of warm stock; cover and cook over medium heat for about 20 minutes, until rice is tender.
  • Add spinach, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 2 cups of stock, and cook uncovered until spinach is wilted and soft.
  • Puree the soup in a blender or food processor and return it to the pot over low heat.
  • Add coconut milk, and stock if necessary to reach your desired consistency.
  • Add lemon juice and season to taste with salt and pepper. Cook 20 more minutes.
  • Toast the coconut in a dry saute pan over medium-low heat until it begins to turn golden, about 2 minutes.
  • Garnish each serving with a sprinkle of toasted coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.1, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 7.7, Sodium 89.4, Carbohydrate 18.9, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 3.5, Protein 5

Isaac jimenez
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I'm a big fan of spinach, and this soup is a great way to get my daily dose. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus. I'll definitely be making this soup again!


Sorcha
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This soup is so good! I love the combination of the spinach, curry, and coconut milk. I also added a bit of chicken, which made it even more hearty and satisfying. I'll definitely be making this soup again soon!


Wazz King
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my soup turned out too spicy. I think I'll use less chili pepper next time.


Corey
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This soup is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the curry and coconut milk give it a really unique flavor. I love that it's also a healthy and easy recipe to make. I'll definitely be making this soup again and again!


Abdellah Souissi
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I was really excited to try this soup, but I was disappointed with the results. The soup was too thin and watery, and the flavor was bland. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Dipongkar Paul
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This soup is delicious! I love the creamy texture and the flavorful broth. I also appreciate that it's a healthy and easy recipe to make. I'll definitely be adding this soup to my regular rotation.


Black Boys Dance
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the spinach gives it a really nice color. I also appreciate that it's a healthy and easy recipe to make. I'll definitely be making this soup again and again!


Md Sumon Chowdury
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This soup is just okay. It's not bad, but it's not great either. I think it could have used more flavor. I'll probably try a different recipe next time.


Jessica Urquhart
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I'm a big fan of spinach, and this soup is a great way to get my daily dose. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus. I'll definitely be making this soup again!


Wani pi
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This soup is so good! I love the combination of the spinach, curry, and coconut milk. I also added a bit of chicken, which made it even more hearty and satisfying. I'll definitely be making this soup again soon!


Gazi Dulal
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my soup turned out too spicy. I think I'll use less chili pepper next time.


Cat Fish In A Top Hat
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This soup is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the curry and coconut milk give it a really unique flavor. I love that it's also a healthy and easy recipe to make. I'll definitely be making this soup again and again!


Robinson Dhaka
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I was really excited to try this soup, but I was disappointed with the results. The soup was too thin and watery, and the flavor was bland. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Van Kaliija Gyan
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This soup is delicious! I love the creamy texture and the flavorful broth. I also appreciate that it's a healthy and easy recipe to make. I'll definitely be adding this soup to my regular rotation.


Yeamin Mia
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but this soup was surprisingly good. The curry and coconut milk really helped to balance out the flavor of the spinach. I also added a bit of chicken, which made it even more hearty and satisfying. I'll definitely be mak


Kumar priyadharshini
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This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more spices, or maybe some fresh herbs. The texture was also a bit gritty, even though I blended it until it was smooth. Overall, I wasn't impressed with this recipe.


Ch Faisal
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it's always so flavorful. I love the combination of the spinach, curry, and coconut milk. I usually add a bit of chicken or tofu for extra protein, and it's alway


Mellencia Ferani
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This curried spinach soup is a delicious and healthy way to warm up on a cold day. The flavors of the spinach, curry, and coconut milk are perfectly balanced, and the soup is creamy and satisfying. I added a bit of extra chili pepper for a bit of hea