Wild Mushroom, Caramelized Onion, and Kale Soup
A comforting and flavorful soup combining wild mushrooms, caramelized onions, and kale, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil For sautéing
- 1 large sweet onion, sliced 1/2 inch thick Add sweetness when caramelized
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tsp sea salt Can use pink salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Mushroom Ingredients
- 2 cups whole shiitake mushrooms For rich flavor
- 2 cups baby bella or cremini mushrooms, sliced For depth of flavor
Broth and Greens
- 4 cups organic chicken broth or vegetable broth Base for the soup
- 2 cups loosely chopped kale leaves Nutritional boost
- 1/2 cup coconut milk or coconut cream For creaminess
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle in the olive oil.
- Add sliced sweet onions and a sprinkle of salt. Caramelize for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the onions are caramelized, stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add shiitake and baby bella mushrooms, stirring until they release moisture and are tender (5-7 minutes).
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, bring to a gentle simmer and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Toss in the chopped kale leaves and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low, stir in the coconut milk or cream, and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and serve.
Notes
For a creamier texture, blend a portion of the soup and stir it back in. Can customize with other greens or spices as desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g
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