SEARED BROCCOLI AND POTATO SOUP
This is not your average broccoli soup. Instead of merely boiling the broccoli to cook it, here, the florets are seared until deeply browned on one side while remaining bright green on the other. This gives the soup a layer of caramelized flavor while also preserving the fresh green taste of the broccoli itself. It's a technique inspired by Andrew Feinberg of Franny's restaurant in Brooklyn, who also uses it for zucchini soup. In this version, we've added potato for body, chile flakes for spice and lemon zest to heighten the citrus tang at the end.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, for one, for two, lunch, soups and stews, appetizer, main course, side dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large soup pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over high heat. Add about a third of the broccoli, just enough so that it covers the bottom of the pan in a single layer without overcrowding. Cook broccoli without moving it for about 3 to 4 minutes, or until dark brown on 1 side only (leave the other side bright green). Transfer to a big bowl and repeat with remaining broccoli and more oil. When all the broccoli has been browned, season with 1 teaspoon salt and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter and remaining 2 tablespoons of oil to pan. Add onions and garlic, black and red peppers, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook onion-garlic mixture until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes. Add potato to the pot with 1 quart water and remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer, cover pot and cook until potato is just tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Add broccoli, cover again and cook until tender, another 5 to 10 minutes.
- Add lemon zest and roughly purée soup with an immersion or regular blender, leaving some small chunks for texture. Stir in lemon juice. Finish with grated Parmesan, a drizzle of olive oil, black pepper and flaky sea salt.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 289, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 565 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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MD:Monjurul Islam Monju
[email protected]This soup was a disaster. The potatoes didn't cook through and the broccoli was mushy. I had to throw it all away.
Faiz Baba
[email protected]The soup was good, but it wasn't anything special. I probably won't make it again.
Puspanjali Basnet
[email protected]The soup was too thick for my taste. I added some extra milk and it was much better.
guadalupe contreras
[email protected]This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra salt and pepper and it was much better.
Aggrey Nyongesa
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I usually add a bit of extra cheese to make it even cheesier.
Surendra Chapagain
[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. The broccoli and potatoes are a great combination and the soup is always creamy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!
Jazmine Gomez
[email protected]This soup was delicious and easy to make. I used frozen broccoli and potatoes and it still turned out great.
Rubel Rafsan
[email protected]Great recipe! I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Suraj Gm
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The broccoli and potatoes are a great combination and the soup is always creamy and delicious.
Alif Akando
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of potato soup, but this one was really good. The broccoli added a nice flavor and the soup was creamy and flavorful. Will definitely be making this again!
Aaron Jamshedi
[email protected]This soup was a hit with my family! The kids loved the broccoli and the adults loved the creamy texture. Will definitely be making this again.
Kanamboh
[email protected]I love the addition of broccoli to this soup. It gives it a nice green color and a bit of extra texture. The potatoes also add a nice creaminess. Overall, this is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Alexandra Gasca
[email protected]Delicious soup!
Omolewa Ola
[email protected]Broccoli and potato soup is one of my favorite comfort foods. This recipe was easy to follow and produced a delicious and creamy soup with a nice balance of flavors. I added a bit of extra garlic and paprika to taste. Will definitely make this again!