Recipe: Sorrel Bisque 🥣
Description: This Sorrel Bisque is a delightful option for a lovely luncheon soup or a refreshing addition to a picnic basket. Quick and easy to prepare, it features the unique flavor of sorrel, also known as sour grapes, which adds a subtle lemony tang to the dish. Packed with vegetables and topped with creamy sour cream and fresh chives, it’s a perfect dish for a light meal or snack.
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 7 hours 10 minutes
- Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 1 cup frozen broccoli
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup fresh sorrel
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 onion
- 1 celery stalk
- 1 carrot
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- (Optional for serving)
- Sour cream
- Cottage cheese
- Chives
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 83.5
- Fat: 4.4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
- Sodium: 855.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 8.4g
- Fiber: 2.7g
- Sugar: 4.7g
- Protein: 4g
Instructions:
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In a large saucepan, combine all the ingredients except for the sour cream and chives.
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Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for approximately 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
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Once the vegetables are cooked, carefully transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
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Cover the blended mixture and refrigerate it for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
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When ready to serve, ladle the chilled bisque into bowls. Top each serving with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh chives for added flavor and presentation.
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Enjoy this refreshing Sorrel Bisque as a delightful lunch option or a light snack, perfect for warm summer days or cozy weeknight dinners.
Recipe Notes:
- Sorrel adds a unique lemony flavor to the bisque, but if unavailable, you can substitute with spinach or another leafy green of your choice.
- For a creamier texture, you can stir in a spoonful of cottage cheese into each serving before topping with sour cream and chives.
- This bisque can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat gently on the stove before serving.