Mantar Çorbası

Mantar Çorbası is a creamy and flavorful Turkish mushroom soup that is both hearty and comforting. This vegan version captures the essence of traditional recipes while being completely plant-based.

Ingredients

• Mushrooms (button or cremini) - 250 grams, sliced
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Potato - 1 medium, diced
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and potato, cooking for another 5 minutes.
4. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they are softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat and add the coconut milk, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
7. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
8. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or transfer to a blender in batches.
9. Stir in the lemon juice and adjust seasoning if needed.
10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 480 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from mushrooms that help boost the immune system.
• High in fiber, aiding digestion and promoting a healthy gut.

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