irish garlic soup

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Lori L (JostLori)
San Diego

This soup is for garlic lovers, but the flavor isn't overwhelming, so really anyone would love it! Excellent served with some crusty bread on a cold autumn night. Instead of crotons, this is really good with some cheese toasts, too.

(1 rating)
yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method Stove Top

Ingredients For irish garlic soup

  • 12-15 clove
    garlic, finely minced or pressed
  • 1 sm
    onion, finely chopped
  • 1 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp
    unsalted butter
  • 2 Tbsp
    flour
  • 1 Tbsp
    white vinegar
  • 4 c
    water
  • 4 c
    chicken broth
  • 2
    egg yolks

How To Make irish garlic soup

  • 1
    Peel the garlic cloves and either finely mince them or put them through a garlic press. Place the garlic, onions, olive oil and butter in a large heavy saucepan, and cook until soft over medium-low heat. Don't let the veggies brown.
  • 2
    Add the flour and stir to make a roux. Again, don't let it brown. Add the vinegar, water and chicken broth. Stir until well combined and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  • 3
    Right before serving, lightly beat the egg yolks, then whisk them into the simmering broth.
  • 4
    To serve, place some croutons in each soup bowl, then ladle the soup into each bowl. For a bit of color, you can optionally sprinkle some finely minced parsley over each serving.

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