Zucchini Fenchel Suppe (Zucchini and Fennel Soup)
Description
Zucchini and fennel are pureed together in this simple, seasonal soup flavored with mild curry powder that makes an elegant first course.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 onion, finely chopped
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1 bulb fennel, diced, green tops reserved
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1 zucchini, peeled and thinly sliced
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2 cups chicken stock
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1 teaspoon mild curry powder
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salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
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1 teaspoon white wine vinegar, or to taste
Directions
1
Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Add fennel bulb and zucchini; cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes. Pour in chicken stock. Reduce heat to low and simmer soup, covered, until fennel is soft, 10 to 15 minutes.
2
Puree soup with an immersion blender until smooth. Season with curry powder, salt, and black pepper. Add white wine vinegar.
3
Chop reserved fennel tops finely and sprinkle over soup before serving.