Description
This Soothing Hangover Cure Garlic Potato Soup is a comforting and nourishing recipe featuring a rich garlic flavor with tender potatoes simmered in vegetable broth. Enhanced by roasted garlic, fresh herbs, and optional garnishes like croutons and grated cheese, it offers a creamy yet hearty texture perfect for soothing a queasy stomach.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Soup:
- 1 small onion (diced into 1/2-inch pieces)
- 4 garlic cloves (freshly minced)
- 1 large head roasted garlic (soft cloves broken apart)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp salt, divided
- 1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 4 large potatoes (peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks)
For Garnish (Optional):
- Chopped parsley
- Croutons
- Grated cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients and Build the Aromatic Base: Peel and cut the potatoes into 1-inch chunks, dice the onion into 1/2-inch pieces, and mince the fresh garlic cloves. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until it shimmers. Add the diced onion and cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent. Add the minced garlic and 1/2 teaspoon of salt, stirring constantly for about 1 minute until fragrant without browning.
- Build the Soup Base and Cook Potatoes: Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the potato chunks, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and chopped parsley. Reduce heat to medium-low once boiling returns to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 20 minutes until potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Add Roasted Garlic and Create Desired Texture: Break apart the roasted garlic head and add the soft cloves to the pot, stirring gently to combine. For a chunky texture, remove about 1 cup of the cooked potatoes, mash them roughly, and return to the pot to create natural creaminess. Alternatively, use an immersion blender to blend the entire soup until completely smooth.
- Season and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with freshly ground black pepper and extra salt if needed. Ladle into bowls and top with optional croutons, grated cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley for brightness and color. Serve warm.
Notes
- Roasting the garlic beforehand adds a milder, sweet garlic flavor that is easier on the stomach.
- Use an immersion blender for a smooth texture if preferred, or leave chunky for a heartier feel.
- Extra toppings like croutons and cheese add texture and richness but are optional depending on dietary needs.
- Vegetable broth can be substituted with chicken broth if not strictly vegetarian.
- Adjust salt to taste after blending to avoid over-seasoning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
