Shorpa (creamy Tomato And Basil Soup)

Shorpa is a traditional Circassian creamy tomato and basil soup that is both comforting and flavorful. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for a cozy night in or as a starter for a special meal.

Shorpa (creamy Tomato And Basil Soup)

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  2. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Stir in the heavy cream and chopped basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
  5. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender and blend in batches until smooth.
  6. Return the soup to the pot and reheat if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with a drizzle of cream and a few basil leaves.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
5g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large pot Immersion blender or regular blender Soup ladle

Tools

Cutting board Knife Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the shorpa with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.

Cost

$10