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Creamy Broccoli Soup
Thai and Southeast Asian plates, grain bowls, and cross-cultural recipes from the wider kitchen.
- Meal format
- Global Food & Fusion
- Base
- Bread
Broccoli, Carrot, Potato
From my kitchenCook this meal
Ingredients & method
- Prep
- 15 mins
- Cook
- 28 mins
- Total
- 43 mins
- Serves
- 4
Ingredients
- 1medium broccoli crown, cut into florets
- 2medium carrots, chopped into small pieces
- 1large potato (or 2 small potatoes), peeled and chopped into small pieces
- 2 cupsoat milk
- —Dairy milk can be used as a substitute
- ½ cupwater (plus more if needed)
- 2 teaspoonsoil or butter
- 2 clovesgarlic, finely chopped
- ½small jalapeño, finely chopped
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- to tasteSalt
Optional Additions
- ¼ cupcheddar cheese (for a richer, creamier soup)
Notes & Tips
- Cutting the potatoes and carrots into smaller pieces helps them cook faster and creates a smoother soup texture.
- Oat milk adds a naturally creamy texture while keeping the soup lighter. Dairy milk works well too if preferred.
- The jalapeño adds a gentle warmth, but you can skip it completely for a milder soup.
- For an extra indulgent version, add a little cheddar cheese at the end. It gives the soup a classic broccoli-cheddar flavor while still keeping the base simple.
- This soup stores well in the refrigerator for a few days. Reheat gently on the stovetop and add a splash of milk or water if it thickens too much.
Step by step
Method
- 01
Heat oil or butter in a saucepan over low-medium heat.
- 02
Add finely chopped garlic and jalapeño. Sauté for about 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- 03
Add chopped potatoes and carrots. Add salt and mix well.
- 04
Sprinkle a little water, cover with a lid, and cook for 6–7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
- 05
Add the remaining water and broccoli florets.
- 06
Cover and cook for another 4–5 minutes until the broccoli softens slightly and loses its bright green color.
- 07
Turn off the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
- 08
Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
- 09
Alternative: Transfer carefully to a blender and blend in batches.
- 10
Return the blended soup to the pan.
- 11
Add oat milk and simmer on low heat for 2–3 minutes.
- 12
Add black pepper and adjust salt and spice according to taste.
- 13
If using cheddar cheese, stir it in at this stage and allow it to melt completely.
- 14
Serve warm with croutons or toasted bread.
- 15
This Creamy Broccoli Soup is a comforting, nourishing soup that gets its creamy texture naturally from potatoes and oat milk — no heavy cream needed!
- 16
It makes a cozy meal on its own or pairs beautifully with toasted bread, sandwiches, or a simple salad.
