COURGETTE AND COCONUT SOUP
Feeling too lazy to cook but want something comforting? My easy courgette and coconut milk soup is the perfect solution!
The Birth of a Courgette and Coconut Milk Soup
The other day, as the temperature seriously plummeted, I found myself in need of a warming soup. You know that feeling when the cold creeps in, and suddenly, you are craving something comforting and hearty? That was me. But as much as I wanted to cozy up with a bowl of soup, I was feeling a little too lazy to venture out into the biting cold for ingredients.
Instead, I decided to take a peek into my cupboard and see what I could conjure up. A little kitchen foraging, if you will. I found a few trusty potatoes, a courgette (or zucchini, as some of you might call it), and a can of coconut milk sitting quietly on the shelf. As soon as I saw those ingredients, the idea for a new soup was born!
A Simple Combination
Potatoes, courgette, and coconut milk do not necessarily scream “soup” at first glance, but together they create something so satisfying. The starchy comfort of the potatoes, the delicate earthiness of the courgette, and the creamy, slightly sweet coconut milk, this trio is quite a good match actually!!
It got me thinking, why haven’t I made this combination before? I am always looking for ways to use up the courgettes lingering at the bottom of my vegetable drawer, and this soup might just become my go-to solution from now on. It is easy, quick, and just the thing when you are not in the mood to brave the supermarket.
A Bit of History: Courgette Meets Coconut Milk
Before I delve too deeply into my love for this soup, let me share a little about its key ingredients. Courgettes, or zucchinis, are part of the summer squash family and have been a staple in Mediterranean and European cuisine for centuries. Although they have a mild taste, they absorb other ingredients beautifully, making them a versatile addition to soups and stews.
Coconut milk, on the other hand, takes us to a more tropical part of the world. It has long been used in Southeast Asian and Indian cooking for its rich, creamy texture and slightly sweet taste. Historically, it was seen as an indulgence in European kitchens, reserved for exotic dishes. Now, it is a pantry basic for many of us, a quick way to add richness and depth to everything from curries to desserts.
Why I Love This Soup
This courgette and coconut milk soup has become one of my favourite easy-peasy dishes. It is not only comforting but also a great way to make use of ingredients I usually have on hand. In a way, the perfect “lazy-day” recipe: you don’t need to do much prep or fancy chopping, and it doesn’t take long to simmer into a nice, velvety soup.
What I also love is how adaptable it is. Feeling adventurous? Add a bit of spice, maybe some curry powder or ginger. Need to bulk it up? Throw in some lentils or chickpeas. But on those days when I am only craving simplicity, this soup is perfect as is, just potatoes, courgette, and coconut milk working their magic together.
A Perfect Bowl of Comfort
At the end of the day, this soup is about comfort. Comfort in the making and comfort in the eating. When the weather outside is bleak, there is something deeply satisfying about coming up with a warming dish from the ingredients you already have. And this soup, born out of a bit of laziness and cupboard foraging, has now found its way into my regular rotation.
So, the next time the temperature drops and you find yourself not wanting to leave the house, take a look in your pantry. You just might have the makings of something delicious waiting for you…
Craving comfort without the hassle?
You may wish to discover or rediscover some terribly easy vegan soup!
What about a marvelous suede and maple syrup soup or a nice broccoli, leek and fresh basil soup ?
Do not forget to leave a comment and let me know how it turned out! And if you have any variation of this recipe that you would like to share, I would love to hear it. Be sure to check out my other easy-peasy recipes on the blog for more culinary inspiration!
Happy cooking and bonne dégustation!
Sixtine ;)
COURGETTE AND COCONUT SOUP
Ingredients
- 4 courgettes peeled and diced
- 350 g potatoes diced
- 1 onion diced
- 2 garlic cloves crushed
- 1 vegan stock
- 40 cl coconut milk
- 1 litre boiling water
- olive oil
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, fry the onion and garlic in a little bit of olive oil for 3 minutes.
- Add the courgettes, potato and cook for a further 5 minutes.
- Add the boiling water, the stock and the coconut milk.
- Cover and cook for 30 minutes over a low heat.
- At the end of the cooking, blitz with a hand blender the mixture to create a soup.
- It’s ready!
