Pleurotus soup

Savor the rich flavors of Pleurotus Soup. Sauté onions, garlic, and veggies, then add Oyster mushrooms and butter. Season with pepper, paprika, and salt. Simmer in water, then finish with cream and apple vinegar. Garnish with parsley leaves. Delight in this comforting bowl of goodness.

Recommended from age 2+
10 minutes preparation time, 35 minutes cooking time

Ingredients:

• 500g Oyster mushrooms (pleurotus)
• 100g Shiitake mushroom (optional)
• 2 parsley roots
• 2 carrots
• 1 celery
• 1 onion
• 1 red bell pepper
• 6 cloves of garlic
• 1 1/2 litre of water
• 75g butter
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon of pepper
• 1 teaspoon of red pepper powder (paprika)
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt (as less as possible)
• 1/2 jalapeño or chili powder
• 1 dl of cooking cream
• 2 tablespoon of apple vinegar (or 1 lemon’s juice)
• parsley leaves

Instructions:

First steps: Preparing the ingredients for Pleurotus Soup
Chop the onion, garlic, parsley leaves, jalapeño/chili, and red bell pepper. Clean and cut the carrots, parsley roots, and celery into small pieces. Then, cut the cleaned mushrooms into larger pieces.

Next steps:
Grease a frying pan with 2 tablespoons of olive oil for browning the chopped vegetables and mushrooms:

• Firstly, stir and brown the onions until translucent.
• Then, add the chopped carrots, parsley roots, and celery. Stir and brown for 5 minutes.
• Add the red bell pepper, chopped garlic, and jalapeño. Stir and brown for a few more minutes.
• Add the mushrooms and butter on top. Stir carefully and cook on high heat for approximately 7 minutes, until softened.

Lower the heat, add all the remaining spices from the list, and stir quickly for a few more seconds.

Last steps:
Afterward, add water and boil the Pleurotus Soup for 15 minutes. At the end, add the cooking cream and 2 tablespoons of apple vinegar or lemon juice. Stir and boil for an additional 2 minutes.

Remove the soup from the stove and serve your soup with parsley leaves.

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Pleurotus, commonly known as oyster mushrooms, are a versatile and flavorful ingredient that adds depth and complexity to a wide range of dishes. With their delicate texture and mild, earthy flavor, oyster mushrooms complement both meat and vegetable-based recipes, offering a meaty bite without overpowering other ingredients. Beyond their culinary appeal, oyster mushrooms boast impressive nutritional benefits, including being low in calories and rich in essential nutrients like protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

They are also believed to possess various health-promoting properties, such as supporting immune function and reducing inflammation. Whether sautéed, grilled, or added to soups and stir-fries, oyster mushrooms lend a unique umami flavor and satisfying texture to any dish, making them a favorite among chefs and home cooks alike.

Consider reading this article about “24 Impressive Benefits of Oyster Mushrooms”.

Attention! This pleurotus soup recipe is intended for individuals without allergies or intolerances. It is not recommended for toddlers. Please avoid consuming strong alcoholic beverages before and after preparing this dish, as it may lead to indigestion.

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