Five-Spice Beet Soup

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This vibrant five-spice beetroot soup is a striking vegetarian dish that combines earthy sweetness with aromatic warmth. The deep purple hue of the fresh beetroot makes for a visually stunning starter or light lunch, while the addition of Chinese five-spice and ginger provides a sophisticated depth of flavour that cuts through the natural richness of the root vegetables.

Rooted in simplicity, this healthy soup uses a clever microwave technique to soften the beetroot quickly, making it an ideal choice for a nutritious midweek meal. Serve it alongside crusty bread or seeded crackers, topped with a cool dollop of soured cream and fresh celery leaves for a contrast in texture and temperature. It is a wonderful way to enjoy seasonal produce with a fragrant, modern twist.

Ingredients for Five-Spice Beet Soup

4 2-to 2 1/2-inch-diameter beets, scrubbed, trimmed, unpeeled, each cut into 6 wedges (about 850ml )
725ml vegetable broth, divided
1 cucharada de aceite de oliva
1 medium-size red onion, thinly sliced (2 cups)
1 celery stalk with leaves, stalk chopped, leaves sliced
2 cucharaditas de jengibre fresco pelado y rallado
1/4 teaspoons (or more) Chinese five-spice powder*
Soured cream or plain yoghurt

How to make Five-Spice Beet Soup

Place beet wedges in 4-cup glass measuring cup. Add 475ml broth; cover with paper plate and microwave on high until tender, about 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and chopped celery stalk; cover and cook until almost tender and translucent, stirring often, about 12 minutes.

Add beet mixture and 240ml broth to onion mixture; cover and simmer 4 minutes. Mix in ginger and 1/4 teaspoons five-spice powder. Transfer to blender; cover and puree. Season soup to taste with salt, pepper, and additional five-spice powder, if desired; rewarm if necessary. Ladle soup into 4 bowls. Top with dollops of soured cream and sliced celery leaves.

*A spice blend available in the spice section of most supermarkets.

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