Carrot ginger soup with coconut milk is a warming, comforting dish that combines the natural sweetness of carrots with the spicy kick of ginger and the richness of coconut milk. This creamy soup is perfect for cooler months or whenever you’re in the mood for something soothing yet full of flavor. It’s incredibly easy to prepare and offers a balance of sweet, savory, and slightly spicy flavors that will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.
To begin, start by sautéing onions, garlic, and fresh ginger in a large pot with a little olive oil. The ginger adds a wonderful depth of flavor and a touch of heat that will give the soup its signature kick. Cook until the onions are soft and fragrant, allowing the ginger to infuse the oil with its warmth. Then, add chopped carrots to the pot and cook for a few minutes. Carrots are the star of this dish, and their natural sweetness will shine through once they’re cooked.
Next, add vegetable broth (or chicken broth, if preferred) to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil. Lower the heat and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the carrots are tender. This is when the flavors really start to develop, and the soup becomes rich and aromatic.
Once the carrots are soft, add coconut milk to the pot. The coconut milk brings a creamy richness to the soup, which balances the heat from the ginger. Stir well and let the soup simmer for a few more minutes to allow the coconut milk to meld with the rest of the ingredients. For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to blend the soup directly in the pot or transfer the soup to a blender in batches. Blend until silky smooth.
Once blended, taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and a little lime juice to brighten the flavors. The final result is a velvety soup that’s slightly sweet, savory, and wonderfully spicy, with the coconut milk providing a creamy finish.
Carrot ginger soup with coconut milk can be served as a main course with some crusty bread on the side or as a starter before a larger meal. It’s a perfect combination of comfort and nourishment, with the added benefits of the antioxidants and vitamins in the carrots and the soothing properties of ginger.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or any cooking oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
- 1 pound carrots peeled and sliced
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can coconut milk 13.5 oz
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the carrots and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until carrots are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer to a blender in batches.
- Return the pureed soup to the pot and stir in the coconut milk. Reheat gently over low heat.
- Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional coconut milk or fresh herbs, if desired.
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This soup is absolutely delightful! The ginger really adds a nice kick. My kids loved it too!
This soup is soooo good! I loved the ginger and coconut combo. Will make again!
I thought it would be a bit bland, but it turned out really yummy! Just needed a bit more salt for my taste.
I don’t get the hype. It was just okay for me, a bit bland, maybe needs more spice?
This soup is amazing! So creamy and flavorful. I used less ginger and it was perfect for my taste. Will make again!
Soup? More like glue! It was way too thick and just tasted like carrots. Not for me. 😕
Glue? Seriously? It’s a soup, not a art project! 😂 Try adding more broth next time.
I actually thought it was really creamy and delicious! Maybe you cooked it too long? 🤷♀️
I followed the recipe but felt like it was missing some depth. Maybe adding some curry powder might help? 🤔
I thought it was okay, but my kids didn’t eat it. They said it’s too weird. LOL.
Kids can be picky! Maybe try making it less smooth next time? Some crunchy toppings might help!
Never made soup before, turned out great! But is coconut milk really necessary? I just used moo milk. 😂
This soup is delicious! I love the flavor combo of carrot and ginger. Will definitely make it again. 😋
I didn’t have all the ingredients, so I used potato instead and left out the ginger. Still turned out pretty good. Not gonna lie, not my fav tho. 1 star.
Honestly, you can’t expect it to be the same if you change the ingredients. But glad you liked it somewhat! Maybe try it again with the right stuff?
1 star? That’s harsh! I’ve made it without ginger too, and it was still tasty. Sometimes you gotta make do with what you have!
I can’t believe how easy this was! Even my picky kids loved it. Thank you!!!
This soup is a game changer! So yummy and easy! 😍
Are you sure your kids liked it? Mine wouldn’t touch this 🙄
I found it a bit too sweet for my taste. Maybe less carrot next time?
Y’all, I’m not a cook but this was pretty easy to make! My kids liked it!
This soup is amazing! The ginger gives it such a kick. I added some chili flakes for extra heat and it was perfect. Definitely a 5-star recipe!
Carrots and ginger together? Who thought? I added pineapples, and it tasted really different. I am not sure if it was good but my kids loved it! 3/5.
Yum!!! Best soup ever!!! I made it like 5 times already since I found the recipe, everyone loves it! 😍
That’s awesome to hear! I love soup too, but I can’t get my carrots to taste right. Any tips?
Really? I tried it once and thought it was too sweet. 🤔 I guess soup preferences vary!
Never had carrot soup before… thought it would be weird. Wasn’t bad, but not great either. Just okay for me.
Carrot soup is kinda an acquired taste. But I’m glad you tried it! Next time, maybe add some spice to kick it up a notch?
Yum! I added a lil chili pepper for kick, made it even better! 🔥
Adding chili pepper sounds delicious! I like my soup with a little heat too. Can’t wait to try it your way! 🌶️
Chili pepper in carrot soup? Seriously? I don’t know about that but good luck with it!
Not my cup of tea. It was too sweet for a soup, maybe better as a dessert? 🤔
I think it’s supposed to be a sweet soup! The coconut milk adds that flavor. Have you tried adding some lime to balance it out?
Simple and healthy! I used regular milk instead of coconut – still turned out good. But coconut milk is better. 🌱
This soup is the best! I added some chili flakes for a kick. Yum!
Absolutely delicious! The coconut milk gives it such a rich flavor. Will definitely make again!
I’m glad you liked it! Coconut milk really adds a special twist, doesn’t it?
This soup was delicious! I loved the flavors of ginger and coconut together. Will definitely make again.
I totally agree! The combination is just perfect. I also added some lime juice for an extra kick.
I found this recipe a little bland. I’m not sure if it was the coconut milk or what, but it wasn’t what I expected. Maybe more spices next time. 2 stars.
Coconut milk in soup? Huh? Sounds odd, but oddly it works. 4 stars for creativity!
I dunno, I messed up the blending part and it was lumpy. 😭 But I guess the taste was alright. Can’t rate high.
Don’t be too hard on yourself! Lumpy or not, it still sounds delicious. Maybe next time just blend it a bit longer? 😊