🍄 Forest mushroom soup (20 min): woody autumn aroma
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Quick answer: To prepare a delicious wild mushroom soup with a woody, autumnal aroma 🥣, sauté a mix of fresh or frozen mushrooms (porcini, chanterelles, oyster mushrooms…), add garlic, shallot, a touch of cream, and homemade stock. Blend everything together to obtain an irresistibly velvety texture 🍂! In less than 20 minutes ⏱️, you'll have a rich, comforting soup, perfect for cool evenings or to impress your guests. Discover all the secrets and tips below!
🍄 Ingredients for a wild mushroom soup
- 🍄 500g mixed forest mushrooms (porcini, chanterelles, oyster mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms…)
- 🧅 1 shallot
- 🧄 2 cloves of garlic
- 🧈 60 g butter (or olive oil)
- 💧 70 cl vegetable or chicken stock
- 🥛 10 cl thick fresh cream
- 🧂 1 pinch of salt & pepper
- 🌿 2 sprigs of parsley or chervil
- 🍋 1 squeeze of lemon juice (optional)
💡 Frozen wild mushrooms are perfect! Get a variety for a true taste of autumn. Fancy a basket of garden vegetables to complement your soup?
👩🍳 Easy steps – wild mushroom soup
Gently brush or wipe the mushrooms. Cut them into pieces if necessary. Finely chop the shallot and garlic. Heat the butter in a large saucepan.
Sauté the shallot and garlic for 2 minutes over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and brown them for 3 minutes to release their earthy, autumnal aroma 🍂. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Pour in the hot broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer gently for 10 minutes with the lid slightly ajar. The aromas will infuse the soup with the scent of the forest 🏞️.
Remove from heat and blend the soup until smooth (using an immersion blender or regular blender). Add the cream and stir. Taste, adjust the seasoning, and add a squeeze of lemon for freshness ✨.
Serve piping hot, sprinkled with chopped parsley or chervil, with toasted bread. Close your eyes: you're in the forest… 🥰 Enjoy!
🌲 Tips & secrets for an exceptional mushroom soup
- 🍂 Mix several varieties for more flavor: porcini, chanterelles, black trumpets, button mushrooms…
- 🔥 For a vegan version, replace the cream and butter with plant-based alternatives (soy cream, olive oil).
- 🥗 Add some potatoes or parsnips to the broth for a thicker, more nourishing soup.
- ✨ Garnish with mushroom chips, a drizzle of hazelnut oil, or homemade toasted croutons.
- 🥣 For a light texture, blend very finely. For more chewiness, reserve some sautéed mushrooms to add when serving.
- 📦 This soup keeps for 3 days in the fridge and freezes very well in portions. Perfect for busy weeknights!
- 🔄 Need help measuring your stock? Use our cl/ml converter !
❓ FAQ – Forest Mushroom Soup with Woody Flavor
🍄 Which mushrooms should I use for a woodsy-flavored soup?
You can use a mix of porcini, chanterelles, black trumpets, oyster mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms… Forest mushrooms all bring a unique flavor! Even a frozen mix works very well if you don't have time to go to the forest 🍁.
🥣 Can the soup be prepared in advance and stored?
Yes, the soup will keep for 3 days in the refrigerator. You can also freeze it in portions. To restore its full flavor, gently reheat it and add a touch of cream or fresh parsley before serving.
🔥 How to add more flavor to a bland mushroom soup?
Add some rehydrated dried mushrooms, a dash of soy sauce, or check out our tips for seasoning a bland soup !
🥛 Can this soup be made without cream?
Absolutely! Replace the cream with plant-based milk (oat, soy) or simply add a little extra stock. The result remains creamy and flavorful.
🌍 Where did the inspiration for this forest soup come from?
This is an autumn tradition in the wooded regions of France, inspired by rural recipes. For a very creamy version, also check out Eltheatris' creamy soup !
Discover our seasonal homemade soup kit or use the cl/ml converter to make your recipe a success.
Additional tips: how to add flavor to a bland soup?
External inspiration: creamy mushroom soup
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