Carrot, Orange And Ginger Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 lbs carrots, peeled and chopped
1 None large onion, peeled and chopped
1 tbsp finely grated ginger
4 cups chicken stock
2 None oranges; 1 juiced and with the rind cut into strips, 1 zested to garnish
None None cilantro sprigs, to garnish

Preparation

In a large pot, heat the oil over a medium heat. Add the carrots, onions and ginger. Cover and cook for 10 mins, stirring occasionally, until the onion is tender.
Add the stock, orange peel and orange juice, then bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer gently for 20-25 mins. Remove the orange peel.
Using a hand blender, puree the mixture until smooth. Season to taste. Top with orange zest and cilantro sprigs to serve.