Creamy Broccoli Mushroom Carrot Pressure Cooker Soup
A hearty vegetable soup combining broccoli, mushrooms, and carrots into a silky, comforting blend. Whole spices—peppercorns and cloves—are bloomed in butter and oil to build aromatic depth, while garlic and green chilli add pungency. The pressure cooker method softens vegetables quickly, then blending creates a smooth texture with fresh vegetable stock providing umami backbone. Black pepper powder and mixed herbs round out the flavor profile. Perfect for weeknight dinners, lunch boxes, or as a starter course. This version stands apart through its spiced tempering technique and dual-texture finish: creamy soup base topped with crisp fresh vegetable garnish. Suitable for vegetarians seeking substantial, warming fare.
Ingredients
- 1 medium broccoli, washed with stems cut, 2 florets chopped separately, as specified
- 3 cloves whole cloves
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 green chilli chopped
- 1 tsp mixed herbs
- 1 tsp oil
- 2 medium onions, chopped roughly
- 3 medium carrots, chopped roughly
- 1 large potato, washed, peeled, diced
- 15 black peppercorns whole
- ½ tsp black pepper powder
- 1 cube vegetable stockwater + additional salt1 cube + 1/2 tsp salt to 6 mugsvegetarianvegan
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- 5 large garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
- 200 gms mushrooms, chopped roughly, 3 reserved and chopped finely separately
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil and butter in pressure cooker, add peppercorns and cloves, let them crackle until fragrant.
- 2
Add chopped garlic, cook until golden brown, then add green chilli and mix.
- 3
Stir in broccoli stems, onion, and half teaspoon salt.
- 4
Once onion browns slightly, add diced potato and chopped carrot, mix well, cook 2 minutes.
- 5
Add remaining broccoli florets and mushrooms, sprinkle black pepper powder, mixed herbs, salt, and crumble vegetable stock cube over top, mix thoroughly.
- 6
Pour in 6 mugs water, mix, close lid, give 2 whistles on high heat, reduce flame, pressure cook 5 minutes.
- 7
Allow pressure cooker to depressurize naturally, open carefully.
- 8
Pour contents through sieve, separating vegetables from cooking liquid and setting liquid aside.
- 9
Cool vegetables, blend to fine paste, recombine with reserved cooking liquid.
- 10
Bring soup to boil, pour into bowls, garnish with finely chopped raw mushrooms and broccoli florets, serve hot.
Tips
Toast whole peppercorns and cloves in hot fat until fragrant but not burnt—this releases essential oils for deeper, more complex spice flavor throughout the soup.
Sieve before blending to remove any tough stem pieces or fibrous material, ensuring completely smooth texture without grittiness.
Reserve some cooking liquid before blending—add gradually to reach desired consistency, as blended vegetables absorb liquid differently than expected.
Good to Know
Refrigerate in airtight container up to 4 days. Reheat gently on stovetop with splash of water to restore consistency; freezing may separate blended texture.
Prepare through blending step, store base 2 days refrigerated. Do not freeze blended soup. Prepare garnish vegetables same day.
Serve hot in bowls with crusty bread, grilled cheese sandwich, or light salad. Garnish with fresh broccoli and mushroom pieces for textural contrast.
Common Mistakes
Do not skip the sieving step to avoid fibrous, grainy texture in finished soup.
Do not over-blend vegetables to avoid gluey, starchy consistency—pulse until smooth but not overworked.
Do not open pressure cooker lid before natural depressurization to avoid burns and ensure even cooking.
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
Vegan Options
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Full guide →FAQ
Can I make this soup without a pressure cooker?
Yes. Boil vegetables in water with stock and spices in regular pot for 20-30 minutes until very soft, then proceed with sieving and blending. Cooking time will extend but technique and final texture remain similar.
What if I don't have mixed herbs on hand?
Substitute with oregano, thyme, or basil at half the amount initially, tasting and adjusting. Alternatively, omit dried herbs and finish soup with fresh parsley or cilantro after blending for brighter flavor.
Can I freeze this soup for later?
Freezing may cause separation and textural breakdown in blended soups. Instead, refrigerate up to 4 days in airtight container. If frozen, thaw overnight in refrigerator and blend again when reheating.