Mulled wine is a winter drink that is drunk during Advent. There are many treats you can serve with it, but if you're planning a mulled wine party outside, you're probably looking for warming combinations to wow your guests. Here you will find the best recipes that combine perfectly with the spicy drink.
The combination of soup and mulled wine can be a delicious culinary experience. Just be careful to choose the right soup that complements the rich, aromatic spices of the wine without overpowering them. From traditional variants to creative combinations, here you will find the best suggestions.
Creamy pumpkin soup
A creamy pumpkin soup seasoned with nutmeg and cinnamon can wonderfully complement the spicy notes of mulled wine. The sweetness of the pumpkin balances the warmth of the spices in the wine and creates a harmonious interaction.
Ingredients:
- 700 g pumpkin (Hokkaido)
- 500g potatoes
- 1 onion
- 1 clove garlic
- 700 ml vegetable broth
- 600 ml milk
- 150 ml Sahne
- 50 g Butter
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/2 TL Pfeffer
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 pinch of grated nutmeg
- 1 pinch of cinnamon
- roasted pumpkin seeds (optional)
Preparation:
- First you should chop the onion finely and fry it in the butter.
- Add the pumpkin cubes, potatoes, garlic, broth, pepper and salt and cook until the vegetables are soft.
- Let the soup cool and puree it.
- Add the lemon juice and milk and stir well.
- Garnish with cream, toasted pumpkin seeds, nutmeg and cinnamon.
Lentil soup with sausages
The mild flavors in the hearty lentil soup harmonize well with the depth of the mulled wine and the spiced sausage complements the aromatic mix of cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg in the wine.
Ingredients:
- 350 g plate lentils
- 3 potatoes
- 4 carrots
- 1 onion
- 2 l vegetable broth
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 150 g Speckwürfel
- 4 Vienna sausages
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tsp white wine vinegar
- Salt
- Pfeffer
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
Preparation:
- First, peel the onion and potatoes.
- Finely chop the onion and cut the potatoes and carrots into small pieces.
- Heat the olive oil in a pot and fry the onion and bacon.
- Add the potatoes and carrots.
- Add the lentils, broth and bay leaves.
- Simmer the soup over medium heat for 30 minutes.
- Season with white wine vinegar, salt, pepper and parsley.
- Cut the sausages into slices and garnish the soup with them.
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Delicious chestnut soup
Chestnut soup is another delicious idea that you can use for your mulled wine party. The rich, earthy taste of the chestnuts combines well with the warm notes of the mulled wine and makes the perfect winter dish.
Ingredients:
- 400 g peeled chestnuts
- 1 onion
- 600 ml vegetable broth
- 250 ml Sahne
- Pfeffer
- Salt
- Thymian
Preparation:
- Heat the butter in a saucepan and add the finely chopped onions.
- As soon as the onions are translucent, add the diced chestnuts and fill the pot with the vegetable stock.
- Let the soup cook for 30 minutes.
- Add the cream and continue cooking for 5 minutes.
- Puree the finished soup and season with salt, pepper and thyme.
Classic goulash soup
A classic goulash soup can also be the perfect accompaniment to mulled wine. The strong, savory flavors of the peppers, beef and vegetables combine in an interesting way with the spicy, slightly sweet notes of the mulled wine.
Ingredients:
- 2 THE BUTTER
- 500 g beef goulash
- 2 chopped onions
- 5 minced garlic cloves
- 3 potatoes
- 1 carrot
- 2 peppers
- 800 ml beef broth
- 3 tsp paprika powder (sweet)
- 1 tsp paprika powder (hot)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 100 ml red wine
- 1 tsp marjoram
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt
- Pfeffer
- 2 bay leaves
- Parsley
Preparation:
- Chop the onions and garlic finely.
- Cut the potatoes, carrots and peppers into small pieces.
- Heat the butter in a saucepan and fry the beef cubes for 5 minutes.
- Add the onion and garlic and continue to sauté for 5 minutes.
- Pour in the beef broth and red wine, season with salt, pepper, sugar, paprika powder, bay leaves, tomato paste and marjoram and let the soup simmer for 60 minutes.
- Add the potatoes, carrots and peppers and cook for another 20 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
- Garnish the soup with parsley and serve hot.
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