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Celery Daikon Soup

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups celery stalks and leaves, chopped
  • 2 cups daikon radish chopped
  • 8 oz mushrooms chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger

Method
 

  1. Add the celery, daikon, and mushrooms to a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Lightly grind the cumin and peppercorns in a mortar and pestle, or crush with the back of a knife to release the volatile oils.
  3. Add the spices to the pot with the vegetables. Stir, and let cook for about 10 minutes until the vegetables begin to glisten and the celery is bright green.
  4. Add 4 cups water to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to maintain a simmer. Cover loosely and let the soup cook for 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are very soft.
  5. Turn off the heat. Blend the soup with an immersion blender, or allow to cool slightly before transferring to a high-speed blender. Puree until smooth.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a pinch of cumin or black pepper if desired. For a heartier meal, serve with a scoop of grains or a slice of sourdough bread.