Wild Mushroom, Caramelized Onion, and Kale Soup: A Cozy Bowl of Comfort
A hearty and earthy Wild Mushroom, CaramelizedOnion, and Kale Soup, loaded with caramelized onions, wild mushrooms, andtender kale. Perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium onions thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoons sugar for caramelizing onions
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 450 g wild mushrooms e.g., cremini, shiitake, or oyster, sliced
- 1 teaspoon of fresh thyme chopped (or ½ teaspoon of dried thyme)
- 1 bay leaf
- 1.5 liters vegetable broth or chicken broth for non-veg variation
- 250 g kale stems removed and chopped
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cracked black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce optional, for umami flavor
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions : Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook for 10-15 minutes until the onions are soft and caramelized.
- Sauté Garlic and Mushrooms : Add the minced garlic to the pot and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the sliced wild mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes until they release their moisture and begin to brown.
- Season and Simmer : Add the thyme and bay leaf to the pot. Add the vegetable broth and stir to combine. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
- Add the Kale : Stir in the chopped kale and let it wilt into the soup, cooking for another 5 minutes.
- Enhance the Flavor : Add soy sauce for an extra layer of umami flavor (optional).
- Serve Hot : Remove the bay leaf before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy it warm with crusty bread or on its own.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal
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