Cold Cream of Green Pea Soup Recipe
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An easy to make pea soup with the richness of yogurt that can be served hot or cold.
- Total Cook Time 50 mins
- Prep Time 25 mins
- Cook Time 25 mins
- Recipe Servings4
- Easy
Ingredients of Cold Cream of Green Pea Soup
- 1 tsp vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 (10-oz) bag frozen peas
- 4 tsp plain non-fat yogurt, optional
- Serrano ham sliced
How to Make Cold Cream of Green Pea Soup
1.
In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over moderately-low heat.
2.
Add the onion, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
3.
Add the broth, tarragon, salt and a few turns of freshly ground black pepper and bring to a boil.
4.
Add the peas and cook just until defrosted.
5.
In a blender, puree the soup in 2 batches until very smooth. If serving hot, return the soup to the pot and bring just to a simmer. If serving cold, transfer to the refrigerator to chill.
6.
Add the yogurt and chill in the fridge.
7.
When cold fill shot glasses 3/4 high, place a thin slice of Serrano ham on top and garnish with basil sprig.
8.
Prem Kumar Pogakula is a Sous Chef at The Imperial, New Delhi.