Lots of hot chocolate on the interweb today. But, SOUP is my jam! 10 Pantry Staples that Make Soup Even More Awesome 1. Vinegar - A spoonful of vinegar is a quick fix when you find yourself with a bowl of dull, flat-tasting soup. Just a small amount of acid will brighten up the flavors. 2. Soy Sauce - Soy sauce is another item thats ideal for brightening up and adding depth of flavor to an otherwise dull soup. This works especially well with meat-based soups. 3. Fish Sauce - Commonly used in Asian cooking, fish sauce has a strong smell, though when used judiciously its taste is neither strong nor fishy. Instead, a spoonful will add a wonderful, savory umami twist to your bowl. 4. Anchovy Paste - The thought of anchovies used to make me completely cringe. Im way past that now. This savory, umami-packed paste has become my secret weapon in the kitchen. 5. Harissa - Whether you make your own or use a jarred version, this North African chili paste is how I like to add a little heat to my soup. Stir in a spoonful (or two, if you like a lot of heat) early on in cooking, just after sautéing the vegetables. 6. Chipotle Peppers - Canned chipotle chilies packed in adobo sauce are a small yet mighty way to add rich, smoky flavors to any bowl of soup. 7. Curry Paste - Red and green Thai curry paste just might be one of my favorite ways to flavor soup! This spiced blend adds depth of flavor and just a little kick. Mix it early on in cooking to give the flavors more time to develop. 8. Pesto - Pesto isnt just for summertime! Mix a spoonful of frozen pesto into a chunky vegetable soup, or use it as a garnish to dress up bright pureed soups. 9. Miso Paste - Its not just for traditional miso soup! Use this salty, richly-flavored soybean paste liven up your favorite soup variety. 10. Coconut Milk - You dont need a recipe for soup with coconut milk; just stir in a cup or two to finish any soup. Use this fragrant addition to put an Asian spin on your chicken noodle soup, or make a pureed vegetable soup, like butter squash or carrot, even creamier. thekitchn/10-basic-pantry-items-to-make-your-soup-even-more-flavorful-tips-from-the-kitchn-214632?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Category%2FChannel%3A+Main
Posted on: Tue, 06 Jan 2015 23:05:20 +0000
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