Lightly Bound Asparagus Soup

Asparagus, a spring delicacy, is the star of this delicious one Lightly Bound Asparagus Soup. With its velvety texture and refined taste, this soup is a perfect choice for a light lunch or an elegant starter at dinner. Follow this simple recipe to prepare a tasty asparagus soup in no time.

Ingredients for 6 portions of Lightly Bound Asparagus Soup:

• 50 grams of flour (organic)
• 50 grams of unsalted butter
• 700 grams of peeled asparagus
• 2 shallots
• 1,5 to 2 liters of stock
• 200 grams of smoked salmon
• Pepper and salt to taste
• Optional: fresh parsley and fresh chives

Preparation of Lightly Bound Asparagus Soup:

1. Preparation of the ingredients: Finely chop the shallots and cut the asparagus into pieces. Heat the stock in a pan until it is hot.
2. Preparation of the roux: Heat the butter in a soup pan and add the finely chopped shallots once the butter has melted. Fry the shallots for a few minutes and then add the flour. Stir everything together with a whisk and let the roux fry in the pan for 5 minutes.
3. Adding the stock: Gradually add the hot stock to the roux while stirring continuously with a whisk so that no lumps form. Add the asparagus pieces to the stock and simmer gently for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender.
4. Flavor: Taste the soup and add salt and pepper to taste if necessary. Cut the smoked salmon into small pieces and add them to the soup.
5. To serve: Spoon the lightly thickened asparagus soup into bowls and garnish with some finely chopped parsley and chives for an extra touch of color and flavor.

Enjoy this delicious lightly bound asparagus soup as an elegant start to a meal or as a refined lunch on a sunny spring day. With its creamy texture and delicate flavor, this soup is sure to impress your family and friends.

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