The Science Behind the Spice: Understanding Indian Flavors
Nov 22, 2024By Samrat Saxena
There’s always something about falls that demands a warm bowl of soup. Isn’t it? With the leaves changing gradient while the air turns crisp, everyone craves a comforting dish to make you feel cozy from inside out. After a long, tiring day, a cozy soup can really do the magic for you—of course, not just the classic tomato or chicken noodle soup. It’s time to try some different soups this season.
Read this article to explore some of the best fall soup recipes that will leave your family asking for more.
Top 5 Fall Soup Recipes To Try
From spiced pumpkin lentil soup to creamy roasted parsnip soup, here are some of our top recommendations on the best fall soup recipes you can’t miss out on.
Creamy Roasted Parsnip and Apple Soup
If you’ve never tried parsnips before, you’re in a treat—this velvety texture soup infuses the sweetness of roasted apples and the earthy flavor of parsnips into one rich, creamy bowl of goodness. It has a sweet, slightly savory flavor that makes it perfect for the fall season.
Ingredients
- 4 chopped parsnips
- 2 diced apples
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Procedure
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Meanwhile, toss together parsnips, apples, and onions together with some olive oil and seasonings.
- Set the ingredients to roast for about 25-30 minutes until they turn soft.
- In a pot, add vegetable broth and the roasted veggies and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Once done, lightly blend the soup using a hand blender or in small portions in a regular blender.
- Season with salt and pepper. Enjoy!
Spiced Pumpkin Lentil Soup
There’s no fall without pumpkin. This time, instead of pie, try pumpkin with an exotic lentil soup. This soup perfectly catches the aroma of Indian spices—coriander, cumin, and cinnamon. What’s more? You don’t need any sides to compliment.
Ingredients
- 1 cup red lentils
- 1 can of pumpkin puree
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 finely chopped garlic cloves
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Procedure
- In a pot, sauté onion and garlic until you smell the aroma.
- Now add spices and cook until fragrant.
- Add pumpkin puree, lentils, and broth and let it come to a boil. Lower the heat and let it simmer for another 20 minutes.
- Blend the soup once it cools down for a thick, creamy texture.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot!
Smoke Sweet Potato-Black Bean Soup
Sweet potatoes are not just for casseroles. This smoky soup blends the goodness of sweet potatoes with a hint of smoky chipotle peppers. And the black beans add to the texture and proteins.
Ingredients
- 2 large diced sweet potatoes
- 1 can drained black beans
- 1 chipotle pepper in Adobo sauce
- 1 finely chopped onion
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Procedure
- In a pot, sauté onion until it turns juicy and soft.
- Now add sweet potatoes, chipotle pepper, and smoked paprika and cook for another five minutes.
- Once done, add broth and bring it to a boil.
- Simmer for the next 20 minutes until the soup thickens.
- Add drained black beans and cook through.
- Garnish with sour cream and enjoy.
Spiced Carrot and Coconut Soup
Though carrots and coconut may seem like a weird combination, this soup is indeed the game changer. The coconut milk adds to its slightly sweet, spicy, and perfectly creamy taste. This soup tastes nothing less than a tropical vacation.
Ingredients
- 6 chopped carrots
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1 chopped onion
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Procedure
- Take a pot and sauté some chopped onions for 4-5 minutes.
- Now add chopped carrots, ginger, and vegetable broth.
- Saute for a few minutes and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiled, let it simmer for another 15-20 minutes until the carrots are soft.
- Add coconut milk and blend in the cooled-down mixture to ensure a smooth consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper or top it off with a dollop of sour cream.
Creamy Cauliflower and Turmeric Soup
Turmeric with its anti-inflammatory benefits is what your family needs as the weather cools down during the fall. Combined with the rich, creamy flavor of cauliflower, this soup is equivalent to the golden bowl of flavor and health.
Ingredients
- 1 chopped cauliflower
- 1 chopped onion
- 2 finely minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Procedure
- In a pot, sauté chopped onion and garlic until the veggies are tender.
- Now add cauliflower, turmeric, and broth. Stir for a while and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer for the next 20–25 minutes until the cauliflower is cooked.
- Blend in the slightly cooled-down mixture to form a smooth texture.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve warm.
Takeaway
With the cool breeze of fall sweeping in, nothing could be better than sitting up with a warm bowl of soup with your family. From savory and creamy pumpkin lentil soup to indulging in the spiced carrot soup, every recipe recommended perfectly captures the essence of the fall season.
