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Healing Turmeric Cabbage Soup

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A comforting and nourishing soup featuring turmeric, cabbage, and warming spices, perfect for cozy nights and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium head green cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 6 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk (optional, full-fat canned)
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Handful fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice the cabbage into ribbons, finely chop the onion, mince garlic, and grate fresh ginger. This should take about 10 minutes.
  2. Place a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat and add the olive oil. Warm for about 1 minute until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Add the chopped onion and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent and fragrant.
  4. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 1–2 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  5. Sprinkle in the turmeric and cumin. Stir well for about 30 seconds to toast the spices and release their aroma.
  6. Add the sliced cabbage and stir to coat with the spices and aromatics.
  7. Pour in the vegetable broth, scraping any bits off the bottom of the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until cabbage is tender but still holds shape.
  8. Stir in the coconut milk (if using) and fresh lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  9. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to marry the flavors.
  10. Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with fresh parsley or cilantro. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Toast turmeric and cumin briefly in hot oil to deepen flavor and reduce bitterness. Avoid burning garlic by keeping heat moderate and stirring constantly. Add lemon juice at the end to brighten flavors. For creamier texture, blend half the soup before adding coconut milk. Simmer gently to keep cabbage tender but not mushy.

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