💜 Vibrant Red Cabbage Soup Recipe: The Purple Potion

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Confession time: Until recently, my culinary world only acknowledged red cabbage as the faithful, slightly sour sidekick to a Sunday roast. Soup? Blasphemy! I know what you're thinking as you scroll past: "That's a very odd colour for a soup. Did the blogger accidentally mix in their favourite purple smoothie?" But hold your judgement! This isn't just soup; it's a fashion statement in a bowl.

⏱ Prep Time: 30 minutes

🔥 Cook Time: 30 minutes

🍽 Serves: 6

Red cabbage, that humble hero usually relegated to side salads or Sunday roasts, gets its moment in the spotlight here. When sautéed with shallots, garlic and a hint of ginger, it transforms from modest to magical. Add vegetable stock, a pinch of allspice and a whisper of ginger syrup, and suddenly your kitchen smells like something that belongs in a Michelin-starred gallery. Blend it all smooth, add a swirl of cream, and what you're left with is a soup that's not only visually stunning but also layered with flavour: earthy, slightly sweet, warmly spiced, and utterly comforting.

🛒 What You’ll Need for This Recipe

🟣 1/2 red cabbage

🧅 1 shallot

🧄 1 large garlic clove

🫙 1 litre vegetable stock

🫚 1/2 tsp ground ginger

🟤 1 pinch ground allspice

🫚 1 tsp ginger syrup

🧂 Salt & Pepper

🍶 Fresh cream

🔪 Instructions

1. Remove the red cabbage core and chop the cabbage.

2. Peel the shallot and garlic and chop.

3. Sauté the shallot and garlic for 1 minute.

4. Add the chopped cabbage and sauté for 5 minutes.

5. Add the ginger and stock and bring to a boil.

6. Reduce the heat and simmer 15 minutes.

7. Blend until smooth and season, then serve with cream.

Serving Suggestions (The Finishing Touches)

Don’t disrespect this vibrant potion by serving it alone. It deserves accessories:

  • A dollop of thick yogurt or sour cream.
  • A sprinkle of fresh dill or chives.
  • A toasted slice of sourdough.

Go forth and cook something spectacular tonight.


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