Description
Cajun Potato Soup is a hearty, creamy delight that combines the comforting texture of potatoes with bold Cajun spices. Perfect for chilly evenings or lively gatherings, this soup warms you from the inside out. With each spoonful, you’ll experience a burst of flavor that transports you to the vibrant kitchens of New Orleans. Easy to make and customizable based on your pantry staples, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Add diced potatoes and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to simmer for about 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth, or leave some chunks for texture.
- Gradually stir in cream or milk until well combined, heating through without boiling.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk. Feel free to add cooked shrimp or smoked sausage for extra protein. To thicken the soup, puree half of it or add a cornstarch slurry.