This spicy carrot soup is perfect for chilly autumn and winter days. It's flavoured with spices for a gentle warmth and is naturally vegan.
Warm up with a bowl of spicy carrot soup that’s bursting with flavour and just the right amount of heat!
This cosy recipe starts with a simple base of carrots, onion, and garlic, cooked to bring out their natural sweetness. Then it’s spiced up with a kick of cayenne pepper and a hint of earthy cumin, adding depth and warmth to each spoonful.
The result is a smooth, velvety soup with a satisfying blend of sweet and spicy. Perfect for a chilly evening, this soup is not only delicious but packed with nutrients, making it a go-to for a comforting, healthy meal.
Other carrot soup recipes you'll love are my Carrot, Coconut and Ginger Soup and Thai Carrot Soup.
Ingredients notes and substitutions
Carrots - I have used fresh orange carrots for this recipe. Frozen or canned carrots does work too.
Onion - white or yellow onion works best, again you can use frozen onion slices for this soup recipe.
Garlic - fresh garlic works best.
Ginger paste - fresh is best but you can use jarred paste.
Oil - I have used olive oil this time, however sunflower oil, avocado oil or rapeseed oil can be added too.
Spices - red chilli powder/cayanne powder and ground cumin.
Vegetable stock
Fresh Coriander, lime juice and chilli flakes (optional)
Add a half teaspoon turmeric powder if you wish.
Use Coconut milk or cashew cream for a creamy soup.
Serving suggestion
Topping Ideas
Add a dollop of yogurt, a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds, roasted peanuts or a dash of chili oil for extra flavour.
Serve spicy carrot soup with warm Air Fryer Bread or Sundried Tomato Bread.
Storage
Storage: This soup keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or it can be frozen for longer storage. This spiced carrot soup soups keep well for 2–3 months in the freezer.
Other Soup Recipes
Butternut and White Beans Soup
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Spicy Carrot Soup
Equipment
- 1 pan or Instant Pot
- 1 Blender or Hand blender
Ingredients
- 6 cup carrots peeled and roughly chopped
- 1 cup onion peeled and chopped
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon ginger paste
- 2 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon red chilli powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 4 cup vegetable stock broth
- 3 tablespoon coriander
- ½ teaspoon red chilli flakes
Instructions
Pan
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan or pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic cloves and cook until just softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the ginger, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced carrots to the pan, sprinkle in the cumin, turmeric (if using) and red chilli powder. Stir the spices with the carrots and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the spices to become fragrant.
- Pour in the vegetable stock. Stir everything together, and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.
- Once the carrots are soft, remove the pan from heat. Use an immersion blender to purée the soup directly in the pan until smooth. (If using a regular blender, blend the soup in batches, being careful with the hot liquid.)
- If you’d like a creamier texture, stir in the coconut milk at this stage. Add salt and pepper to taste, Reheat if needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh coriander and chilli flakes , and squeeze a bit of fresh lime or lemon juice on top if desired.
Instant Pot
- Set the Instant Pot to the "Sauté" mode and add olive oil. Once hot, add the chopped onion and garlic sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add ginger and cook for another minute, stirring until fragrant.
- Add the sliced carrots to the pot, sprinkle in the cumin, turmeric (if using) and red chilli powder. Stir the spices with the carrots and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the spices to release thier flavours.
- Pour in the vegetable stock. Stir everything to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and set the valve to the "Sealing" position. Select the "Pressure Cook" or "Manual" setting, adjust to high pressure, and set the timer for 5 minutes.
- When the cooking cycle is complete, carefully perform a quick release by turning the valve to the "Venting" position. Once the pressure is fully released, open the lid.
- Use an immersion blender to purée the soup directly in the Instant Pot until smooth. (If using a regular blender, let the soup cool slightly, then blend in batches.)
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Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
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Aruna says
A hearty and vibrant soup for all seasons!
Avin says
That's actually easy to make comforting soup and one pot too😚 Nayana do has an amazing blog. Kudos to you guys 👍
sujitha says
Healthy and comfort soup for all the time.. perfect in colour and texture.. And the toasted sesame seeds is a new variation here..
jayashree says
Carrot soup looks so delish, love that bright colour. Gorgeous one.
cookingwithsapana says
Carrot soup looks so tasty and spicy. Love the beautiful presentation and the styling.