Talkari-style taro soup
Talkari-style taro soup

Preparation time 15 minutes

Total time: 40 minutes

Serves 4

Ingredients

  1. 8 taro roots
  2. 30 mL (2 tbsp.) olive oil
  3. 1 onion, chopped
  4. 2–3 cloves garlic
  5. 1 red chili pepper, finely chopped
  6. 22 mL (1 ½ tbsp.) Herbes salées du Bas-du-Fleuve seasoning
  7. 15 mL (1 tbsp.) chili peppers or Bomba spread, chopped
  8. 7 mL (1 ½ tsp.) garam masala
  9. 1–2 sprigs fresh thyme
  10. 750 mL (3 cups) chicken broth or water
  11. To taste salt and pepper

Directions

  1. Peel taro root. Cut into pieces. Reserve in cold water.
  2. Heat oil in a pot. Cook onion, garlic and chili for 1–2 minutes.
  3. Add salted herbs, Bomba peppers, garam masala and fresh thyme. Cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add chicken broth. Bring to a boil. Cook over low heat for 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  5. Lightly crush taro root to get a creamy texture.
  6. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Serve and enjoy!

Chef’s secret

  • Choose firm taro roots with no soft spots or mould. Selecting quality ingredients is crucial for a flavourful soup.
  • Try adding different spices such turmeric, cumin, coriander or cayenne, depending on your tastes. Make sure the spices don’t overpower the taro.
  • Purée until smooth to get the right creamy, velvety texture. If the soup is too thick, add chicken broth a bit at a time until you get the right consistency.

Wow your guests with this comforting, velvety Talkari-style soup for a culinary experience they won’t soon forget.

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