Smoky Eggplant Soup Recipe

Name: Smoky Eggplant Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 eggplants; 3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil; 2 med onions, sliced; 4 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 tomatoes, chopped; 8 cups (1900 ml) chicken broth; 2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh basil, chopped; 1 tbsp (15 ml) fresh oregano, chopped; salt and pepper to taste; 1 dash Tabasco sauce; 1/2 cup (125 ml) Parmesan cheese, fresh, grated

Servings: persons

2 eggplants
3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil
2 med onions, sliced
4 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
8 cups (1900 ml) chicken broth
2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh basil, chopped
1 tbsp (15 ml) fresh oregano, chopped
salt and pepper to taste
1 dash Tabasco sauce
1/2 cup (125 ml) Parmesan cheese, fresh, grated

1
Cut the eggplants in half and score the flesh.
2
Brush the cut sides with 1 tbsp (15 ml) of the olive oil.
3
Place on a hot grill or under the broiler and cook until browned and soft, about 10 minutes.
4
Scoop out the flesh and coarsely chop it.
5
Set aside.
6
Heat the remaining olive oil in a large, heavy pot.
7
Add the onions and garlic, and saute over medium heat until golden, 7 or 8 minutes.
8
Add the tomatoes and cook just until they begin to wilt and release their juices, about 5 minutes.
9
Add the eggplant flesh and the chicken stock and bring to a boil.
10
Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook 10 minutes.
11
Add the basil and oregano, and cook 2 minutes more.
12
Strain the solids from the liquid, reserving the hot liquid in the pot.
13
Puree the solids in a food processor or blender until smooth and creamy.
14
Return the puree to the pot and reheat to just below simmer.
15
Season to taste with salt, pepper, and Tabasco.
16
Garnish with Parmesan cheese.

1147

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

162

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 eggplants, 3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil, 2 med onions, sliced, 4 garlic cloves, chopped, and more.

Yes, Smoky Eggplant 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.

Smoky Eggplant Soup

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