Wild Mushroom and Squash Blossom Soup Recipe

Name: Wild Mushroom and Squash Blossom Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 finely chopped medium white onion (about 1/2 cup); 3 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped; 1/2 pound zucchini, finely diced (1 medium zucchini); Sea salt to taste; 3/4 cup fresh corn kernels (not too sweet); 1/4 pound squash blossoms, sepals removed and roughly chopped (optional); 5 cups chicken broth; 1/2 pound fried chicken; mushrooms or other wild mush- rooms, tips of stems removed and rinsed; 2 tablespoons roughly chopped cilantro; 2 poblano chilies, or 1 green bell pepper, charred, peeled, cleaned and cut into strips

Servings: persons

3 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 finely chopped medium white onion (about 1/2 cup)
3 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped
1/2 pound zucchini, finely diced (1 medium zucchini)
Sea salt to taste
3/4 cup fresh corn kernels (not too sweet)
1/4 pound squash blossoms, sepals removed and roughly chopped (optional)
5 cups chicken broth
1/2 pound fried chicken
mushrooms or other wild mush- rooms, tips of stems removed and rinsed
2 tablespoons roughly chopped cilantro
2 poblano chilies, or 1 green bell pepper, charred, peeled, cleaned and cut into strips

1
Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a frying pan.
2
Add 2/3 of the onion and 2 cloves of the garlic.
3
Cook, without browning, until translucent.
4
Add the squash, sprinkle with salt, cover the pan and cook for about 3 minutes.
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3.
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Add the corn, and continue cooking for 3 more minutes.
7
Add the squash blossoms and cook, uncovered, until the vegetables are just tender, about 5 minutes.
8
The mixture should not be too juicy.
9
If necessary, reduce the liquid over a high flame.
10
Add the mixture to the chicken broth in a saucepan, uncovered, and heat over a low flame for a few minutes.
11
Chop the larger mushrooms, leaving the smaller ones whole.
12
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in the frying pan.
13
Add the remaining onion and garlic, and cook until the onion is translucent.
14
Add the mushrooms, and cook over a fairly high heat, uncovered, for about 5 minutes.
15
Add the cilantro, and cook for 2 more minutes or until just tender.
16
Add the mushroom mixture to the saucepan, and simmer for about 10 minutes, so that all the flavors blend well.
17
Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of oil in the frying pan.
18
Add the chili or pepper strips and a sprinkle of salt, and cook for 1 minute.
19
Serve on top of the broth.

783

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

114

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 finely chopped medium white onion (about 1/2 cup), 3 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped, 1/2 pound zucchini, finely diced (1 medium zucchini), and more.

Yes, Wild Mushroom and Squash Blossom 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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Wild Mushroom and Squash Blossom Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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