Moroccan-Spiced Carrot Soup Recipe

Name: Moroccan-Spiced Carrot Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbs. unsalted butter; 2 large onions, chopped (about 3 cups); 2 large red bell peppers, diced (about 3 cups); 8 cloves garlic, minced (2 1/2 Tbs.); 3 medium-size carrots, diced; 1 small russet potato, peeled and diced (about 1 cup); 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 1 1/4 cups tomato sauce (about 10 oz.); 2 1/2 tsp. harissa; 2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves, plus more for garnish; Creme fraiche, for garnish

Servings: persons

2 Tbs. unsalted butter
2 large onions, chopped (about 3 cups)
2 large red bell peppers, diced (about 3 cups)
8 cloves garlic, minced (2 1/2 Tbs.)
3 medium-size carrots, diced
1 small russet potato, peeled and diced (about 1 cup)
6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 1/4 cups tomato sauce (about 10 oz.)
2 1/2 tsp. harissa
2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves, plus more for garnish
Creme fraiche, for garnish

1
Melt butter in large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add onions, peppers and garlic, and saute 3 to 5 minutes, or until soft, stirring often.
3
Add carrots and potato and cook 4 to 5 minutes more, or until potatoes begin to brown.
4
Add broth, tomato sauce, harissa and 2 tsp.
5
thyme.
6
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 30 minutes, or until potatoes and carrots are soft.
7
Transfer mixture in small batches to blender or food processor, or use an immersion blender, and puree until smooth.
8
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
9
Serve hot in demitasse cups or shot glasses, garnished with creme fraiche and thyme leaves, if desired.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbs. unsalted butter, 2 large onions, chopped (about 3 cups), 2 large red bell peppers, diced (about 3 cups), 8 cloves garlic, minced (2 1/2 Tbs.), and more.

Yes, Moroccan-Spiced Carrot Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Moroccan-Spiced Carrot Soup

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