Learn how to make spinach soup - Indian style. Palak soup is a staple of Indian cuisine that's nutrient-dense, sublimely savory, and perfect for chilly nights.
Using a mini blender, mince garlic, onion and spinach separately. Set aside.
Heat Dutch oven with oil (opt for butter or ghee) and sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic, sauté until fragrant. Add spinach, cumin and ginger powder. Continue to sauté until spinach is wilted.
Over low heat, pour coconut cream then add bayleaf. Simmer for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add coconut milk and simmer for 2 more minutes.
Remove bayleaf. Using a hand blender (immersion blender), purée spinach then continue to simmer for 5 minutes.
Transfer to a bowl, drizzle with extra cream and top with crushed pork rinds if desired. Enjoy.
Notes
A blender or food processor works best for a smooth puree.Use canned coconut cream, not the coconut milk that comes in a carton. Canned has more fat.Yogurt can work in the soup. Substitute your favorite type of full-fat heavy cream or yogurt for the coconut cream if you can handle dairy.