Carrot Celeriac and Chilli (Printable Version)

Sweet carrots and earthy celeriac merge in a spiced broth with gentle chilli warmth for a comforting, nourishing bowl.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1.1 lbs carrots, peeled and chopped
02 - 10.5 oz celeriac, peeled and diced
03 - 1 large onion, diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 medium red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
06 - 1 medium potato, peeled and diced

→ Liquids

07 - 4.2 cups vegetable stock
08 - 1 tbsp olive oil

→ Spices & Seasoning

09 - 1 tsp ground cumin
10 - 1/2 tsp ground coriander
11 - 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
12 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
13 - Salt, to taste

→ Optional Garnish

14 - Fresh coriander leaves
15 - Vegan yogurt or coconut cream
16 - Extra chilli slices

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and translucent.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and chopped chilli. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
03 - Add carrots, celeriac, and potato to the pan. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to lightly sweat the vegetables.
04 - Add cumin, coriander, turmeric, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to coat all vegetables evenly with the spice mixture.
05 - Pour in vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 20–25 minutes until vegetables are completely tender.
06 - Remove from heat and puree using an immersion blender until completely smooth. Alternatively, blend in batches using a standard blender.
07 - Season with salt to taste. If consistency is too thick, add small amounts of hot water or stock until desired thickness is achieved.
08 - Ladle into warm bowls. Top with fresh coriander leaves, a swirl of vegan yogurt or coconut cream, and additional chilli slices if preferred.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The celeriac adds this incredible velvety depth you cant get from potatoes alone
  • Spices bloom in the oil first, releasing their essential oils into every spoonful
02 -
  • Hot soup in a sealed blender is dangerous, always leave the steam escape route open
  • Celeriac oxidizes quickly once cut, working efficiently keeps it white rather than brownish
03 -
  • Use the flat side of your knife to smash the garlic instead of chopping, it releases more flavor
  • Let the soup rest off the heat for 5 minutes before blending, the temperature stabilizes and blending becomes safer
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