Red Garlic Soup

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rich, velvety soup featuring roasted red garlic and savory chicken stock.
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Red Garlic Soup

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 1532.1

Description

This Red Garlic Soup transforms simple ingredients into a luxurious, comforting bowl of goodness. The base is a deeply flavorful chicken stock, simmered with onions and a whole head of garlic to extract maximum aroma and sweetness. Unlike standard garlic soups that rely solely on cloves, this recipe utilizes the robust flavor of red garlic, creating a subtle earthy undertone. The texture is smooth and silky, perfect for soothing cold evenings. It serves as an elegant yet rustic starter or a light main course. The natural sweetness of the roasted garlic balances the savory depth of the chicken bones, resulting in a harmonious flavor profile that is both hearty and refined. Ideal for cozy nights in, this soup highlights the beauty of slow-cooked simplicity.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place the chicken bones, quartered onion, and the whole head of red garlic into a large stockpot.
  2. Add the 6 additional garlic cloves to the pot.
  3. Fill the pot with enough cold water to cover the ingredients by about two inches (approximately 1 gallon).
  4. Place the pot over high heat and bring the liquid to a rolling boil.
  5. As the stock begins to boil, use a spoon to skim off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface.
  6. Reduce the heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer.
  7. Simmer uncovered for 1 hour, skimming foam periodically.
  8. If the liquid level drops significantly, add a cup of hot water to keep the bones submerged.
  9. Remove the pot from heat and carefully strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl.
  10. Discard the bones, onion, and hard outer skins of the garlic head.
  11. Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and mash them into the hot broth.
  12. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1532.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 56.0g87%
Saturated Fat 15.3g77%
Cholesterol 404.1mg135%
Sodium 423.3mg18%
Total Carbohydrate 99.0g33%
Dietary Fiber 6.3g26%
Sugars 3.0g
Protein 141.8g284%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For a creamier texture, blend the entire soup using an immersion blender until smooth.

You can substitute the chicken bones with vegetable scraps for a vegetarian version, though the flavor will be lighter.

Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Adding a splash of white wine or a pinch of saffron during the simmering process can enhance the complexity of the flavor.

Ensure the stock is simmering gently, not boiling vigorously, to keep the broth clear and flavorful.

Keywords: red garlic, chicken stock, garlic soup, comfort food, warm soup, homemade broth, garlic lovers, easy soup, vegetarian option, slow cooked, winter warmer, healthy dinner, gluten free, roasted garlic, bone broth
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