– 6 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 3 tablespoons gochujang
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 4 cups vegetable broth
– Salt, to taste
– Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Making Caramelized Gochujang Tomato Soup is simple and fun. Follow these steps to create your delicious bowl of soup:
1. Preheat the Pan: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Caramelize Onions: Add the chopped onions and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn golden brown.
3. Add Tomatoes: Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook for another 10 minutes until they soften and caramelize.
4. Incorporate Gochujang: Add gochujang to the onions and tomatoes, mixing thoroughly to integrate the flavors and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
5. Add Broth: Pour in the vegetable broth and stir to combine all ingredients. Bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
7. Blend the Soup: Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer it to a standard blender (be cautious with hot liquids).
8. Season: Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt if needed.
9. Serve Hot: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Following these steps, you will create an incredible bowl of Caramelized Gochujang Tomato Soup with ease.