Coconut Coriander Soup With Vermicelli And Turkey Recipes

TURKEY MULLIGATAWNY SOUP WITH CORIANDER

Steps:

• In a large kettle or stockpot combine the carcass with 4 1/2 quarts of the water, or enough to cover it, and simmer the mixture, uncovered, for 3 hours.
• Strain the stock through a large sieve into a large bowl, return it to the kettle, and boil it until it is reduced to about 10 cups.
• In a blender purée the garlic and the gingerroot with the remaining 1/3 cup water.
• In a heavy kettle heat the oil over moderately high heat until it is hot but not smoking and in it cook the purée, stirring, for 2 minutes, or until the liquid is evaporated.
• Add the potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes, the onion, the carrots, and 5 cups of the stock and simmer the mixture, covered, for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are very soft.
• In the blender purée the mixture it batches until it is smooth, transfering it as it is puréed to another large kettle.
• Stir in the remaining stock, the coconut milk, the lime juice, and salt to taste, simmer the soup for 10 minutes, and stir in the chopped coriander.
• The soup may be made 2 days in advance, cooled completely, uncovered, and kept covered and chilled.
• The soup keeps, covered and frozen, for 2 months.
• Serve the soup garnished with coriander sprigs.
• Makes about 14 cups, serving 10.

PEA AND CORIANDER SOUP

Steps:

• Bring the chicken stock to a boil. Melt the butter on a gentle heat and add the onions, garlic, and chilli. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper and sweat for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the peas and cover with the hot stock. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 to 8 minutes. Add the coriander and puree the liquid in a blender. Season with salt, freshly ground pepper and a pinch of sugar, which enhances the flavour even further. Serve with a swirl of softly whipped cream and a few fresh coriander leaves sprinkled over the top.