Chilled Asparagus Soup With Caviar
Savour the delicate flavours of Chilled Asparagus Soup, a refreshing and elegant dish perfect for warm weather dining. This recipe features fresh asparagus blended into a creamy soup, chilled to perfection and garnished with luxurious caviar for a touch of indulgence. Ideal as a starter for special occasions or a light lunch, this soup is both nutritious and delicious. Order premium Avruga caviar online from Pearl Seafoods to ensure the freshest ingredients for this delightful recipe and elevate your culinary experience!
Ingredients
- 1 eschallot, finely chopped
- 200g potato, cut into 1cm pieces
- 1 small carrot, finely chopped
- 1 stick celery, finely chopped
- 2 cups (500ml) vegetable liquid stock
- 600g asparagus, trimmed, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup (125ml) thickened cream plus extra, to serve
- 1 tbsp Avruga caviar
Method
- In a medium saucepan, combine the eschallot, potato, carrot, celery, and vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 5 minutes. Add the asparagus and continue to simmer for another 2 minutes.
- Using a blender or food processor, blend the soup with the cream until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer the soup to a large heatproof bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for several hours or overnight until chilled.
- When ready to serve, divide the chilled soup among four bowls. Drizzle with a little extra cream and sprinkle with Avruga caviar. Serve immediately.
