Creamy Chanterelle Soup (v)

Ingredients:

– 1 pound fresh chanterelle mushrooms, cleaned and chopped
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
– 1 tablespoon fresh sage leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried sage)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
– 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

Sauté the Aromatics
– In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Add Garlic and Chanterelles
– Add the minced garlic and chopped chanterelle mushrooms to the pot. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms start to brown and release their moisture.

Herbs and Spices
– Stir in the fresh thyme and sage leaves. If using dried thyme and sage, add them now as well. Continue to cook for another 2 minutes to let the herbs infuse their flavor.

Simmer with Broth
– Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, ensuring that it covers the mushrooms. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Blend the Soup
– Once the soup has simmered and the mushrooms are tender, use an immersion blender to carefully puree the soup until it’s smooth. If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender, but be sure to allow it to cool slightly before blending, and be cautious when working with hot liquids.

Incorporate Coconut Milk
– Return the pureed soup to the pot if you used a countertop blender. Stir in the coconut milk and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through

Garnish and Serve
– Ladle the creamy chanterelle and coconut milk soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired

This creamy chanterelle and coconut milk soup is a delightful blend of earthy chanterelle mushrooms and the rich, creamy sweetness of coconut milk. It’s perfect for a cozy autumn or winter meal. Serve it with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

Variations 

Consider adding potato+leek, or squash to this recipe