Carrot soup is a soup prepared with simple materials but surprisingly surprising with its flavor. This recipe of carrot soup, which is also loved by children with its sweet flavor, is prepared with carrots, water, milk and spices. It is made with different variations in many regions of Turkey, some cream or yogurt is added. With its smooth texture, it makes a soft drink as well as a cool summer evening as well as a hot winter day.
Sauté the vegetables: Chop the onions and carrots large and sauté in oil for 5 minutes.
Add butter and flour: Add the butter and flour and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes. Cook until the smell of the flour.
Add the water and cook: Add hot water and cook until the vegetables are thoroughly softened. Continue to cook by stirring occasionally.
Pass through the blender: pass the soup through the blender and get a smooth consistency. Continue until you get a homogeneous mixture.
Add the milk and spices: Add milk and spices at room temperature. Continue to cook on low heat for 5 minutes. After boiling, cook for a few more minutes by stirring occasionally.
Serve: Sprinkle with chopped dill before serving. Enjoy your meal!
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Carrot:
Carrots are renowned for their rich beta-carotene, which the body converts into Vitamin A, crucial for eye health (especially night vision) and skin regeneration. Their high fiber content aids digestion and promotes satiety. Potent antioxidants also protect cells. To maximize the absorption of their beneficial compounds, carrots are best consumed with healthy fats like olive oil. Versatile in both sweet and savory dishes, they pair wonderfully with fruits like apple, orange, and ginger, or in meat dishes.
Dry Onion:
Dry onion is a kitchen staple and a powerful antioxidant source. Its quercetin content helps protect the body against free radicals, reduces inflammation, and may support heart health. Rich in Vitamins C and B6, and manganese, it strengthens the immune system. Its prebiotic fibers contribute to digestive health. It is widely used in dishes ranging from meat dishes to vegetable sautés, pilafs, and soups. It pairs perfectly with garlic, tomatoes, peppers, and red meat.
Milk:
Milk is rich in calcium and Vitamin D, supporting bone and teeth health. Its high-quality protein content is crucial for muscle development. B vitamins (B2, B12) contribute to energy metabolism and support nervous system health. It also contains components that strengthen the immune system. It pairs wonderfully with coffee, cereals, fruits, honey, or cocoa. It forms an indispensable base for many sweet and savory recipes.
Liquid Oil:
Liquid oils (sunflower, olive, etc.) are essential kitchen ingredients that add flavor to dishes and contain healthy unsaturated fatty acids and vitamin E. Ideal for frying, salad dressings, baking, and sautéing. They pair perfectly with vegetables, meats, legumes, and grains. They offer easy cooking.
Butter:
Butter is a rich, flavorful fat derived from milk. It contains fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E, and K2, along with healthy fatty acids, serving as an energy source. It's easily digestible. Butter enhances the taste of meals and rice dishes, is spread on bread, or used in sauces. It's indispensable for breakfast tables and various recipes.
Flour:
Flour is a fundamental foodstuff obtained by grinding grains. It provides our body with a long-lasting energy source, especially through complex carbohydrates. Varieties like whole wheat flour, thanks to their high fiber content, support digestive health, provide a feeling of fullness, and help stabilize blood sugar levels. It also contains essential B vitamins (especially B1, B3, B9) and important minerals such as iron and magnesium, which are crucial for nervous system functions, energy production, and blood formation. It is versatile in the kitchen; forming the base for baked goods like bread and pastries when combined with milk, eggs, and yeast, while also being used to thicken sauces or create harmonious flavors with vegetables.
Allspice:
Allspice, the dried berry of the Jamaican Pimenta dioica tree, is named for its aroma, a blend of cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg. It's valued for easing digestion, relieving gas, and providing mild pain relief for muscle aches or headaches. Rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, it complements meat dishes, pickles, soups, and desserts like cookies and cakes. Its flavor truly shines when combined with cloves and cinnamon.
Turmeric:
Turmeric, thanks to its curcumin content, offers powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. It supports joint health, improves digestion, and may contribute to cognitive functions. To enhance its bioavailability, it is recommended to use it with black pepper, and for a synergy of flavor and benefit, with ginger or coconut oil.
Black Pepper:
Black pepper, a kitchen staple, offers not just flavor but also significant health benefits. Thanks to piperine, its active compound, it boasts powerful antioxidant properties, helping to combat free radicals. It can stimulate the digestive system, enhancing nutrient absorption and notably increasing the bioavailability of curcumin found in turmeric. Additionally, it's effective in reducing gas and bloating. It also has a mild metabolism-boosting effect. With a wide range of uses from red meats to poultry, vegetable dishes to soups, it pairs excellently. It harmonizes perfectly with spices like cumin and coriander, as well as ingredients like lemon and garlic, adding depth to dishes.
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