Wild Mushroom, Caramelized Onion & Kale Soup Recipe
This Wild Mushroom, Caramelized Onion & Kale Soup is a hearty, flavorful dish perfect for cozy meals. The caramelized onions add a rich sweetness, complemented by earthy wild mushrooms and nutritious kale, all simmered together in a savory vegetable broth for a comforting and healthy soup.
- Author: Lara
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Mushrooms
- 8 ounces wild mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
Onions
- 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt (divided)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Greens
- 4 cups kale, stems removed and chopped
Broth
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Caramelize Onions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add thinly sliced onions, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and sugar. Cook slowly, stirring frequently, until onions are deeply golden and caramelized, about 25-30 minutes.
- Add Mushrooms: Increase heat to medium-high and add the sliced wild mushrooms to the pot with the caramelized onions. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until mushrooms release their moisture and become tender.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in the vegetable broth, season with remaining salt and pepper, and bring the soup to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes to meld flavors.
- Add Kale: Stir in the chopped kale and continue simmering for another 5-7 minutes until the kale is wilted and tender.
- Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot for a comforting and nourishing meal.
Notes
- Use a mix of wild mushrooms like shiitake, cremini, and oyster for more depth of flavor.
- Caramelizing onions slowly is key to developing natural sweetness; do not rush this step.
- For a richer soup, add a splash of white wine when adding mushrooms.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and freezes well.
- Make it gluten free by ensuring the broth used is gluten free.
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