This easy vegan cream of mushroom soup is rich, savory, and packed with mushroom flavor, plus 14g protein per serving! Made with simple ingredients and ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect with crusty bread for dipping! With a side of whole grain bread – 18g Protein. (gluten-free, soy-free with easy nut-free option)
This recipe was originally posted March 6, 2013. It has been updated with modified recipe, pictures and video.
This cream of mushroom soup is a recipe that my friend Somer McCowan shared on my site over 10 years ago. Somer passed away from cancer months ago, and I’ve been thinking about her a lot, which got me thinking about this soup .
I tweaked Somer’s recipe a little bit, reducing the cashews, and changed a couple of the steps in the cooking method to make it simpler.
The original recipe called for adding all of the stock to the mushroom mixture and boiling it and then blending some of that soup, but it’s not as easy when you have to transfer boiling liquid into a blender. So instead, I’m blending part of the cooked onion and mushroom mixture with the cashews and adding that back into the pan, then adding the remaining stock.
This is just such a simple and delicious soup! You can change up the flavors to preference, deepen the flavors by adding some miso, add some fresh herbs for additional flavor, and some pepper flakes for a little bit of heat, if you like. If you don’t have wine, you can use balsamic vinegar instead.
Somer was just an amazing person, and her recipes were always incredible. When I was dealing with health issues, she pitched in with this recipe to help keep my blog going. She was just an absolute superwoman. She wrote for Forks Over Knives, co-hosted the Virtual Vegan Potluck, and was just the sweetest, most beautiful, compassionate person.
Somer’s cream of mushroom soup recipe is simple, yet it’s so creamy and flavorful with herbs and plenty of umami! She said, “I’d like to think if I was able to go to Richa’s house and bring her some lunch, that I’d bring her a big bowl of this soup. Feel better soon, girl.”
Why You’ll Love Cream of Mushroom Soup
delicious, creamy soup with amazing herb and mushroom flavor
easy to make in 30 minutes with simple ingredients
gluten-free and soy-free with nut-free and oil-free options
Making sabudana khichdi is easy, but can take some practice. But with my six tips to make non sticky Sabudana Khichdi, you’re going to be a pro in no time!
Sabudana Khichdi makes a weekly appearance on our breakfast table and we make it almost everyday during Navratri. We love the flavor and texture that aloo, sabudana, and peanut add to the dish, and how it all feels complete and a whole lot flavorful with the final drizzle of lemon juice.
But a lot of people who complain of their sabudana khichdi turning out slimy or clumpy. And while this may be a common problem, it is actually quite easy to fix. In this article, along with the recipe, I am sharing 7 fool-proof ways to make the most perfect sabudana khichdi ever. No more clumpy, slimy, unevenly flavored sabudana ever!
Sabudana Khichdi is really like a pilaf or pulao made with sago pearls. Its simplicity is what sets it apart. But if not made right, it can turn into quite a disaster with sticky, clumpy sabudana thats overcooked. We are looking for a dish where each sago pearl is separate, perfectly cooked and has just turned translucent.
Sabudana Khichdi Ingredients Overview
Sabudana: Also known as sago pearls. It is the hero ingredient. These come in three different sizes, but I think the medium ones work best for this recipe
Ghee: For flavor and richness. I love using my homemade ghee for the best results.
Spices: Cumin seeds or jeera, and curry leaves. It uses minimal spices because people traditionally eat it on fasting days
Potatoes: For texture and flavor
Peanuts: Adds some good fats, texture, and a lovely nutty flavor to each bite
Seasoning: Salt and sugar are added to season the dish
Lime juice and chopped coriander: Used as garnish for a hit of freshness. These are the perfect finishing touches
7 Fool-Proof Tips for Perfect Sabudana Khichdi
Wash: The sabudana should be washed thoroughly to get rid of any excess starch under running water in a colander. Gently rub the pearls between your fingers for even better results.
Soak: Follow a 1:1 ratio of sabudana to water. So for one cup of sabudana you need a cup of water. The water should just cover the sabudana.
Soak for at least 5 hours: I’ve seen recipes where sabudana is soaked for 2-4 hours but after a lot of trial, 5 hours minimum or overnight (approx 8 hours), if I have time, gives me best results. .
Use crushed peanuts: This keeps the khichdi stay dry while adding flavour, fats and protein
Make sabudana in ghee: The richness of ghee and the lovely flavor it adds are something else. However, you can make it vegan by using oil instead. But if you can, please make this in ghee for the best flavor!
Don’t over mix: Once you add soaked sabudana to the pan, stir it well till everything is mixed and then let it cook on a lot flame for a few minutes. Stirring it over and over again makes the sago pearls clumpy
Don’t overcookthe khichdi: Cook it for only a about 2-3 minutes on low flame until you can see the sabudana turn slightly translucent. If the sabudana overcooks, it’ll start sticking to each other
Serving Ideas
With yogurt: Serve sabudana khichdi hot with a bowl of chilled plain yoghurt or dahi on the side. It balances the heat from the green chillies and makes the meal more filling.
With a crunchy side: Pair it with roasted peanuts, potato chips or banana chips for a light, fasting-friendly crunch in every bite.
With a cup of chai: Sabudana khichdi makes a delicious breakfast or evening snack with a hot cup of masala chai.
Storage Tips
Refrigerator: Let the sabudana khichdi cool slightly, then transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate within 2 hours of cooking. It will keep well for up to 2 days.
Reheat: Sabudana tends to turn a little sticky as it cools. Sprinkle a teaspoon or two of water over the khichdi and reheat it in a covered pan over low heat, stirring gently until warmed through. You can also microwave it in short intervals, stirring in between.
Restoring the texture: If the khichdi looks dry after refrigeration, add a small splash of water while reheating. A squeeze of lemon juice and a little fresh coriander added just before serving can also freshen it up.
Freezing: I wouldn’t recommend freezing sabudana khichdi, as the tapioca pearls can become mushy or change texture once thawed.
Make-ahead tip: You can soak and drain the sabudana ahead of time and refrigerate it until you’re ready to cook. Keep it covered and use it within a day for the best results.
Sabudana Khichdi is a delicious meal by itself. Some people serve it with curd or yogurt but I prefer it as is. This khichdi is gluten free and can be made vegan by replacing the ghee with oil.
Sabudana Khichdi is a delicious, filling breakfast or meal option made with Sago pearls and a few basic spices. With barely 9 ingredients, this is a fast, easy recipe. It's very popular during Navratri as a fasting recipe.
3/4teaspoonSaltor sendha namak if making it for fasting
1/2teaspoonSugar
1teaspoonLime Juice
2tablespoonschopped Coriander
Instructions
Wash 1 cup sabudana well in running water to remove any extra starch and soak it in 1 cup water overnight or for 8 hours.
To check if the sabudana is sufficiently soaked, press a pearl between your fingers and it should smash easily. Drain the sabudana after soaking to get rid of any excess water and set aside. This is an optional step – I've never had to do this.
Heat ghee in a pan and add cumin seeds or jeera. Once they start spluttering, add chopped potatoes and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Saute the potatoes and cook on low flame for 3-4 minutes till tender.
Add curry leaves and green chillies and saute for another minute.
Add soaked sabudana, crushed peanuts, remaining salt and sugar and mix well. Cook for a few minutes – about 3-4 minutes on a low flame until the sabudana starts to turn translucent.
Turn off the flame, add lime juice and chopped coriander and give it another quick mix. Serve hot.
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Notes
Wash Sabudana well to get rid of any excess starch under running water in a colander
Soak it in a 1:1 ratio of Sabudana to water. So for one cup of sabudana you need a cup of water. The water should just cover the sabudana.
Soak overnight for best results. I’ve seen recipes where sabudana is soaked for 2-4 hours but after a lot of trial, overnight gives me best results. Approximately 8 hours is good.
Use crushed peanuts which help reduce the stickiness of sabudana khichdi and also add flavours, fats and protein
Don’t overmix after adding the sabudana to the pan. Once you add soaked sabudana, stir it well till everything is mixed and then let it cook on a lot flame for a few minutes. Stirring it over and over again makes the sago pearls clumpy
Don’t overcook the khichdi. Cook it for only a few minutes on low flame after mixing the sabudana till they start to turn translucent. If the sabudana overcooks, it’ll start sticking to each other
Smoky Moroccan harira soup with chickpeas, red lentils, and quinoa is a budget friendly, 1-pot meal! Bring crusty bread to dip. (21g protein, 21g fiber, 8 mg iron. Gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free. Oil-free option.)
This is such a hearty, delicious, and easy one-pot soup. Today, we’re converting pantry staples into a rich, deeply flavored, hearty, and satisfying harira. This Moroccan chickpea and lentil soup is budget-friendly, one-pot, meal prep-friendly, and packs 21 grams of protein and 21 grams of fiber per serving, and 8 mg Iron. It is cozy, and it tastes like it has been simmering all day, but it really only simmers for about 30 minutes!
Often, harira has either pasta or grains added in it. I am using quinoa in the soup along with the chickpeas and lentils. That makes the soup gluten-free. It is also nut-free and soy-free, if you use nut-free and/or soy-free non-dairy yogurt for the topping, or just skip the yogurt topping altogether. Harira is rich and hearty, even without it.
Serve this with a side of toasty bread, garlic bread, or pita bread, and topped with some creamy non-dairy yogurt and lemon juice. It’s also great over a baked potato or over roasted veggies.
This recipe is rich in folate, iron, potassium, and magnesium from the lentils. It also has vitamin C and lycopene from the tomato. It is very budget-friendly, about $6.50 to $7 for the whole pot!
Why You’ll Love Harira
1-pot soup packed with veggies, protein, fiber, and FLAVOR!
easy to make with simple, budget-friendly ingredients
flavors of cumin, smoked paprika, cinnamon, and black pepper paired with hearty chickpeas, lentils and quinoa
naturally gluten-free, soy-free, and nut-free with an oil-free option
Marry me white bean soup is a creamy, smoky soup with rich, Italian flavors. That tofu cashew hemp cream packs nutrition! (gluten-free with easy soy-free and nut-free options. 23g Protein, 13g fiber 7mg iron. 1-pot, 30 minutes. Freezer friendly and budget friendly!)
What if I told you that you could make an amazing, creamy, 1-pot soup that is also comforting and nutrient-dense? It is hearty, budget-friendly, easy, and packed with protein, fiber, and iron. It is also packed with amazing flavor and is ready within 30 minutes. It is also weeknight-friendly and uses mostly pantry staples. The whole pot only costs about $5 to $6 to make.
Marry me white bean soup is creamy, hearty, and nutrient-dense. There’s 23 grams protein, 13 grams fiber, 7 mg iron, and even more nutrients in a bowl of this marry me soup! There’s protein from the white beans, cashews, hemp seeds, tofu, and nutritional yeast, and fiber from the vegetables, greens, and white beans.
To make it more hearty, you can add red lentils to the soup while simmering in the stock. The lentils add even more protein and fiber! Or, you can double up on the white beans.
The sun-dried tomato, smoked paprika, creamy texture, and garlicky flavors work really well with some pasta as well. You can also serve it with cheese toast or toasted sourdough, garlic bread, pita.
Why You’ll Love Marry Me White Bean Soup
The flavor! We build the flavor by
1. Toasting garlic and pepper flakes to infuse the oil
2. Toasting the tomato paste and sun dried tomatoes to deepen the umami
3. Using a combination of tofu hemp seeds and cashews for cream so that the cream has volume and hearty creamy flavor!
30-minute 1-pot meal, easy weeknight dinner using mostly pantry ingredients
creamy, smoky, hearty soup with tons of Protein and Fiber in every bite
Meal prep, freezer friendly.
naturally gluten-free with easy soy-free and nut-free options
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