Cold Cucumber Soup

Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, 2004

Show: The Essence of EmerilEpisode: Summer Entertaining

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Prep Time:
30 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
2 1/2 quarts; 8 to 10 servings

Times:

Prep: 30 min
Inactive Prep: 2 hr 0 min
Cook: --
Total:: 2 hr 30 min

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Ingredients

6 pounds cucumbers (about 6 cucumbers), peeled, seeded, and coarsely chopped (12 cups)
2 yellow bell peppers, stem and seeds removed, coarsely chopped
4 green onions, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, minced
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
3 to 4 garlic cloves, mashed to a paste with 1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons Essence, recipe follows
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups plain yogurt
3 cups sour cream, divided
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives

Directions

Combine the cucumbers, bell peppers, green onions, jalapenos, cilantro, mint, dill, garlic, Essence, salt, cayenne, yogurt, 2 cups sour cream, olive oil, and white wine vinegar in a large bowl. Working in batches, puree the ingredients in a blender until very smooth. Transfer the soup to the refrigerator until well chilled, at least 2 hours. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve the soup, with each bowl garnished with a dollop of the remaining sour cream and some of the minced chives.

Emeril's ESSENCE Creole Seasoning (also referred to as Bayou Blast):

2 1/2 tablespoons paprika

2 tablespoons salt

2 tablespoons garlic powder

1 tablespoon black pepper

1 tablespoon onion powder

1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

1 tablespoon dried oregano

1 tablespoon dried thyme

Combine all ingredients thoroughly.

Yield: 2/3 cup

Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch, published by William and Morrow, 1993.

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Brittany Norwalk, CT 09-03-2009
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excellent
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

very easy soup with excellent spices
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christine Gaithersburg, MD 08-28-2009
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Great for Company
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I enjoyed this recipe and will make it again in a couple weeks. Next time, I'd like to try more plain yogurt and less sour... cream, just to cut some calories. But it was fine the way it was. I'd highly recommend this, especially for a crowd. It made a lot, and we ate it at several meals during the visit. And as a host, it's nice to have food that is done in advance, so you can enjoy more time with your guests. Read more
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Jana` Katy, TX 08-04-2009
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So good! Refreshing, flavorful, healthy and easy!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I made this tonight and it is easier than it looks! I used a poblano pepper instead of yellow peppers and fat free yogurt, no... sour cream. I also substituted fresh basil for mint. It was quick and easy and has so much flavor! I like heat, so the spice is perfect for me but for those that are sensitive to spice, I would elimate one or both jalepenos. I tried this at a 5 star restaurant for an appetizer not too long ago and fell in love with it. This recipe turned out even better!Read more
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Tammy Flower Mound, TX 07-28-2009
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Would be a nice Salad
Rated: 4 stars out of 5

When I saw him make this, I thought it would make a great cucumber salad. It's delicious.
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Ann Lilburn, GA 07-26-2009
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Wonderful and Simple
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

So smart to leave out any liquid. The consistency was perfect. I also like to add avocado to Cucumber Soup, but hubby doesn't... like them, so this was great on its own.Read more
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Mike Des Plaines, IL 07-24-2009
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Great Summer Soup
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I have made this many times now and everyone that has tried it loves it.