Vegetable soup in a Multicooker

Name: Vegetable soup in a Multicooker - Dina G.
Ingredients: 5 potatoes; 1/2 red bell pepper; 1/2 green bell pepper; 1 dried onion; 1 carrot; 1/4 zucchini; 1/4 green cabbage (from a small cabbage); 3 tablespoons cooked beans; 200 ml sour cream; parsley; lovage; tarragon; lemon juice; salt; pepper

Soups - Vegetable soup in a Multicooker by Dina G. - Recipia

Vegetable soup in a multicooker requires minimal supervision. You prepare the vegetables, add them to the pot one by one, and the machine takes care of the boiling. Potatoes, cabbage, zucchini, and beans provide substance, while sour cream and lemon juice give the soup a pleasant, slightly tangy flavor. It’s a simple recipe for days when you want a vegetable soup without having to stand by the pot the whole time. Quick Info Total time: not specified in the original recipe; depends on the duration of the BOIL program of the appliance Preparation time: not specified; includes washing, peeling, and chopping the vegetables Cooking time: BOIL program, with zucchini and beans added 10 minutes before the end Servings: not specified; the yield is approximately 3 liters of soup, plus vegetables and sour cream Difficulty: easy Recipe type: vegetable soup in Philips Multicooker Ingredients 5 potatoes 1/2 red bell pepper 1/2 green bell pepper 1 onion 1 carrot 1/4 zucchini 1/4 green cabbage, from a small cabbage 3 tablespoons cooked beans 200 ml sour cream Parsley Lovage Tarragon Lemon juice A little oil for sautéing Salt Pepper 3 liters of water Preparation Method 1. Prepare the vegetables Wash all the vegetables and peel them where necessary. Cut the potatoes, bell peppers, and onion into cubes. Shred the cabbage, and grate the carrot on the large holes of a grater. Dice the zucchini. It's helpful to have all the vegetables prepared before starting the appliance, as after the sautéing stage, you will need to add the other ingredients. 2. Sauté the onion and carrot Turn on the Philips Multicooker and select the FRY function from the menu. Add a little oil to the pot, then add the onion and carrot. Sauté for 3 minutes. Stir if necessary to ensure the onion and carrot don’t stick to the pot. 3. Add the vegetables and water Add the potatoes and bell peppers to the pot, then add the prepared cabbage and the 3 liters of water. Select the BOIL function from the menu and start the program. Close the lid and let the machine boil the soup until the end of the program. The exact duration of the BOIL program is not mentioned in the original recipe, so follow the time displayed on your appliance. 4. Add the zucchini and beans 10 minutes before the program ends, add the diced zucchini and the cooked beans. The zucchini is not added at the beginning to avoid overcooking and losing its texture. The beans are already cooked, so they just need to be heated and combined with the other ingredients. 5. Add the greens, lemon, and sour cream 5 minutes before the soup is done, add the parsley, lovage, and tarragon, all washed and finely chopped. Then add the lemon juice and the sour cream that has been diluted beforehand with a little soup. To dilute, mix the sour cream with a few tablespoons of warm liquid from the pot, then pour the mixture into the soup. This makes it easier to incorporate. 6. Adjust the seasoning At the end, adjust the soup with salt and pepper. You can taste it after adding the sour cream and lemon, as these ingredients change the flavor, making it easier to determine if more salt or lemon juice is needed. Why I make this recipe often It’s a practical soup, especially when you want to use several vegetables in one dish. The multicooker simplifies boiling, and the steps are easy to follow: first the onion and carrot, then the vegetables that need more time, and finally the zucchini, beans, greens, and sour cream. Using cooked beans and sour cream makes the soup heartier than a simple vegetable broth. Additionally, the flavor can be adjusted at the end with lemon, salt, and pepper, without having to decide from the beginning how sour or salty it will be. Tips Prepare the vegetables before selecting the FRY function. When the appliance is already on, it’s easier to work if everything is chopped and ready at hand. Grated carrot cooks quickly and combines well with the onion during the 3 minutes of sautéing. A long sauté is not necessary. Zucchini is added 10 minutes before the end, as per the recipe. If added from the beginning, it can become too soft. Sour cream must be diluted with a little soup before being added to the pot. Use warm liquid from the soup, do not pour the sour cream directly into the pot. Lemon juice is added towards the end, along with the sour cream and greens. This way, you can better control the tangy flavor. Substitutions The recipe uses 3 tablespoons of cooked beans. If you have leftover cooked beans, you can use them directly, keeping the indicated amount in the recipe. For this version, sour cream is one of the ingredients that provides substance and flavor, so it is not recommended to replace it if you want to keep the result close to the original recipe. The greens consist of parsley, lovage, and tarragon. These should be added washed and finely chopped, 5 minutes before the end of the program. Variations You can keep the same base of vegetables and adjust the amount of lemon juice according to how tangy you like your soup. The exact amount is not specified in the recipe, so it’s best to add it gradually and taste. Salt and pepper are added to taste. Since there is no fixed amount for these either, adjust the soup at the end, after adding the sour cream and lemon. If you prefer a soup richer in vegetables, keep the proportions from the ingredient list and do not change the stage at which the zucchini is added. The order is especially important for the texture of the vegetables. Serving Ideas The soup can be served hot, immediately after the program has finished and the flavor has been adjusted. The greens and sour cream are already incorporated into the pot, so there’s no need for an extra preparation step. For a tangier flavor, a little lemon juice can be added to the bowl, but it’s simpler to adjust the soup directly in the pot before serving. Frequently Asked Questions Can I use canned beans? Yes, the recipe calls for cooked beans, and canned beans can be used after being drained. They should be added 10 minutes before the end, along with the zucchini. When do you add the sour cream to the soup? Sour cream is added 5 minutes before the end of the program. Before putting it in the pot, it is diluted with a little soup to incorporate it more easily. Why is the zucchini added later? Zucchini requires less cooking time than potatoes, onion, carrot, or cabbage. Adding it 10 minutes before the end helps maintain better texture. Can I use only some of the greens? The recipe includes parsley, lovage, and tarragon, but the amounts are not specified. You can add them to taste, keeping the indicated timing: 5 minutes before the end. How long does the soup cook on the BOIL function? The recipe does not specify the duration of the BOIL program but indicates the moments for adding ingredients relative to the end of the program. Check the time displayed on your Philips Multicooker model. Nutritional Values The values are estimates and refer to the entire quantity of soup, as the number of servings is not specified, and the amount of oil, lemon juice, and greens is not mentioned exactly. For the entire pot, the soup can have approximately: Calories: 1,500–1,800 kcal Protein: 35–45 g Carbohydrates: 210–250 g Fats: 55–75 g Most of the fats come from the sour cream and the oil used for sautéing. Potatoes, cabbage, carrot, and beans primarily contribute to the carbohydrate content, while beans and sour cream provide some protein. The values per serving can only be calculated once you determine how many servings the soup is divided into. Storage and Reheating Let the soup cool, then store it in the refrigerator in a covered container. It’s better to divide it into portions, especially if you don’t plan to consume it immediately. When reheating, heat only the necessary amount. Stir gently as the sour cream may separate a bit after cooling. If the texture seems thicker, the soup can be homogenized by stirring. For the best taste and texture, consume it within the first few days after preparation. Do not leave the pot with soup at room temperature for long periods. 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