Pea Soup With Minted Yoghurt and Prawns (shrimp)

Name: Pea Soup With Minted Yoghurt and Prawns (shrimp)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 6 cups frozen baby peas; 4 cups chicken consomme; 1 cup low-fat yogurt; ¼ cup chopped fresh mint leaves; 500 g cooked medium prawns, peeled,shelled; lemon wedge, to serve

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in a large saucepan on medium heat.
2
Add the onion and cook until softened; add the garlic and cumin and cook a further 30 seconds.
3
Add the peas and consomme and bring to the boi.
4
Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
5
Cool the soup and then puree (blender, food processor or immersion blender) until smooth.
6
Mix the yoghurt and mint together in a small bowl and season to taste.
7
Ladle the warm, room temperature or chilled soup (your choice) into abowls and top with a dollop of minted yoghurt and a few prawns.
8
Serve with a wedge of lemon on the side.

778

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 onion, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, crushed, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Pea Soup With Minted Yoghurt and Prawns (shrimp) falls under the Seafood 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!