02/11/2025
Now that itâs officially roast season, this is the perfect way to give your leftover veggies a second life. As the temperature drops, this warming, curried root soup makes a comforting, quick midweek meal. And when topped with a poached Respectful egg, itâs the definition of a simple, satisfying supper.
You can spice it to your liking and use whatever root veg you have to hand: carrots, parsnips, potatoes, swede, or beetroot all work beautifully. Turning whatâs left from your Sunday lunch this weekend into something good for you, and kinder to the planet.
To make it, youâll need:
2 tsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, thinly sliced
1 small piece fresh ginger, grated
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground caraway (or fennel)
1 tsp ground coriander
2 tsp medium curry powder
450g cooked mixed root vegetables, chopped
1 litre light veg or chicken stock
Sea salt & black pepper
3â4 Respectful eggs
2 tsp vinegar
Fresh coriander or parsley, chopped
Method:
Gently fry the onion, garlic, ginger, and spices in oil for 5â8 minutes until fragrant.
Add the chopped veg and cook for another 5 minutes.
Pour in the stock, bring to the boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
Blend until smooth, season, and keep warm.
Poach your Respectful eggs for 2â3 minutes until softly set.
Ladle the soup into bowls, top with a poached egg, herbs, and a drizzle of oil.