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Spicy Cauliflower Soup

Published: Sep 10, 2024 by Janelle Hama *This post may contain affiliate links. Disclosure

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I’ve got this spicy cauliflower soup that I think you’ll love, it’s ready to serve in under 30 minutes. All the ingredients are chopped and dropped into one pot, so easy!

two navy bowls with yellow cauliflower soup
This spicy cauliflower soup turns up the heat!

When I whip up my spicy cauliflower soup, it’s all about simplicity just one pot, chop and drop everything in! The result is creamy, luscious, and incredibly satisfying, similar to my simple broccoli soup or my butternut squash soup without onion.

I love it super spicy, but if you prefer less heat, you can easily adjust the spice level to suit your taste.

It’s perfect for big batches, any leftovers are always a hit with my family.

This soup, like most of my other soups are dietary-friendly; vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, no added oil, corn-free, and soy-free, making it a great option for a variety of diets.

About The Ingredients

a cauliflower head, potato, onion, coconut cream in a cup, spices and a clove of garlic on a marble bench top
plus water

The complete list of ingredients with measurements, can be found in the full recipe card below.

To create my signature spicy cauliflower soup, I start with fresh cauliflower florets for the best results, but frozen cauliflower works just as well.

I peel and chop potatoes into small pieces to add heartiness to the soup. I love potatoes in many types of soups like my easy asparagus soup or carrot potato soup

For a bit of sweetness, I use either brown or white onions, and I crush fresh garlic cloves, adding as much as I feel like that day.

The coconut cream gives the soup a luxurious silkiness and creamy texture (you can replace with your preferred cream), while onion powder enhances the overall flavor.

To turn up the heat, I mix in cayenne pepper, ground red chili, cracked black pepper, and sweet paprika. If you’re cautious about spice, you can leave out the chili and stick with black pepper or start with a smaller amount to suit your palate.

a black pot with yellow soup filled with cauliflower and potato pieces
The cauliflower soup before blending

Janelle's Tips 

To ensure it is thick and creamy when pureed; do not fully submerge your veggies, instead fill the water line to be around 1-2cm (up to ¾”) under the ingredients.

To water down your soup, add more water, salt, and onion powder little bits at a time until you achieve the creamy consistency you'd like.

Do not pour boiling soup into a blender and blender, this can cause pressure build-up and can be very dangerous. Always allow your soup to cool down for 5-10 minutes before blending with the lid ajar. Or use an immersion blender, but do note that the blender will result in a super creamy soup.

Chances are if you like smooth soups, then you will absolutely love my corn chowder with potatoes.

a spoon in a bowl with a yellow soup topped with black seeds

Storage

Once cooled down to room temperature, place the soup into a sealed container and place in the fridge. Store for up to 5 days. Reheat portion sizes as needed.

Did you make this? I'd love to know! Leave me a comment below with a ★★★★★ star rating or tag @plantbasedfolk  on social media.

Recipe

a blue bowl filled with yellow soup and black seeds

Spicy Cauliflower Soup

I’ve got this spicy cauliflower soup that I think you’ll love, it’s ready to serve in under 30 minutes. All the ingredients are chopped and dropped into one pot, so easy!
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Course: Soup
Cuisine: Australian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Author: Janelle Hama

Ingredients

  • 750 grams Cauliflower cut into small florets
  • 3 small Potatoes peeled and chopped small
  • 1 medium Brown Onion chopped small
  • 4-5 cloves Garlic peeled and crushed
  • 1 cup Coconut cream
  • 2½ teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 2 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 2½ cups Water
  • 1 teaspoon Chilli Flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground hot red chilli pepper
  • ½¼ teaspoon Cracked black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Sweet paprika
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Instructions

  • In a large non-stick pot over high heat, add the chopped potatoes, onion, garlic, and 6 tablespoons of water. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until the onions become translucent and the potatoes begin to soften, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the cauliflower florets and pour in the remaining water. Cover the pot and bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low-medium. Stir in the remaining ingredients.
    Simmer with the lid on for 15 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
  • Turn off the heat and let the soup cool for 10 minutes. Carefully transfer the contents to a blender, leaving the lid slightly open to allow steam to escape. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the soup warm, garnished with extra chili flakes or fresh herbs if desired.

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Notes

This soup is very spicy, if needed adjust the quantities of spices to suit your desired taste.
 
This soup will serve about 4-6 servings.
 
You may enjoy these dinner rolls with this recipe
 
 
 
 
This recipe was updated in July 2022. The original vegan cauliflower soup called for only one type of chili or black pepper to be used.

Nutrition

Serving: 2cups | Calories: 488kcal | Carbohydrates: 88g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 1577mg | Potassium: 1183mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 55g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Vitamin C: 119mg | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 2mg

N.B., nutrition info is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. This will vary based on the specific ingredients you use.


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  1. Jack

    July 18, 2022 at 4:13 am

    5 stars
    I loved that this recipe is oil free, and it’s still SO flavorful and wholesome tasting! There's quite a bit of heat in it, so I recommend adding half the amount of chili if you can't handle a lot of chili. Thanks so much for sharing.

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