Spinach Coriander Lemongrass Soup (Printable)

Creamy coconut soup with fresh spinach, coriander, and aromatic lemongrass. Ready in 30 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables and Herbs

01 - 7 oz fresh spinach, washed and roughly chopped
02 - 1 large bunch fresh coriander, leaves and stems, chopped
03 - 1 stalk lemongrass, tough outer layers removed, finely sliced
04 - 1 medium onion, chopped
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 cm piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated

→ Liquids

07 - 13.5 fl oz full-fat coconut milk
08 - 3 cups vegetable stock

→ Seasonings

09 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
11 - Salt to taste

→ Garnish

12 - Fresh coriander leaves
13 - Thinly sliced red chili

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Heat a large saucepan over medium heat with a splash of oil. Sauté onion until soft and translucent, approximately 3 minutes.
02 - Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced lemongrass. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
03 - Add spinach and coriander, reserving a few leaves for garnish. Cook until wilted, approximately 2 minutes.
04 - Pour in coconut milk and vegetable stock. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
05 - Remove from heat. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth and creamy, or transfer to a blender in batches.
06 - Return soup to pot. Stir in soy sauce, white pepper, and salt to taste. Simmer gently for 2 additional minutes.
07 - Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh coriander leaves and sliced chili. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes
  • Naturally vegan and gluten-free
  • Packed with fresh greens and aromatic ginger
02 -
  • Ensure you remove the tough outer layers of the lemongrass so only the tender inner part is used for blending.
  • When using a countertop blender for hot liquids, blend in small batches and hold the lid down with a towel to prevent accidents.
  • Save the freshest-looking coriander leaves for the final garnish to provide a vibrant color contrast.
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