Smoked Tomato Soup Recipe (2024)

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Smoked tomato soup is a delicious and flavorful dish that can be served as a side or as the main course. The smoked flavor adds an extra complexity to the classic tomato soup recipe, making it perfect for any occasion.

This is a quick and easy ‘go to’ recipe that has so much flavor and is made of simple ingredients. It is the perfect meal at our house because even my teenager can make it alongside his grilled cheese in a pinch. Here is how you can make smoked tomato soup in your own kitchen!

Fire Roasted Versus Liquid Smoke

When making smoked tomato soup, one of the most important decisions to make is whether to use fire-roasted tomatoes or liquid smoke. Fire-roasting imparts a smoky flavor and texture to the tomatoes that can be difficult to replicate any other way.

On the other hand, liquid smoke gives you more control over how much smoked flavor your dish will have. It can also add the smoky taste quickly if you are in a rush.

Both methods are great for smoked tomato soup, but it’s important to understand the differences between them so you can choose which one works best for your recipe.

The Best Tomatoes To Use For Soup

Although any type of ripe tomatoes will work when making this warm soup, it is so important to use fresh tomatoes and to understand that certain tomatoes will taste better than others. I always seem to have so many garden tomatoes by the end of the year, so this soup is perfect to make with them.

The best types of tomatoes to use are Roma tomatoes or plum tomatoes as they have a thick flesh that makes them ideal for roasting and pureeing. They also contain fewer seeds and less liquid than other varieties, which helps give smoked tomato soup its silky texture.

Additionally, these types of tomatoes are higher in acidity and natural sugar than others, which provides a balance against the smokiness from the fire-roasted or liquid smoked flavorings.

Roma and plum tomatoes can be found year-round at most grocery stores so you don’t have to wait for peak season to enjoy this delicious smoked tomato soup!

How To Make Smoked Tomato Soup

Materials Required

• Large pot or crock
• Wooden Spoon
• Blender, food processor or handheld blender
• Chef’s Knife

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Tomato Soup Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 small white onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 2 Tbsp tomato paste
• 1/2 Tbsppaprika, smoked is best
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 15 oz cans fire-roasted diced tomatoesor make your own smoked tomatoes.
• 1 cupvegetable broth or chickenstock
• 1/2 tsp brown sugar
• Cracked pepper to taste

Optional

• 1/2 tsp liquid smoke
• Cayenne pepper to taste

Directions For Smoked Tomato Soup

1. Heat up some olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.

2. Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Add them to a soup pot with the olive oil and sauté over medium heat until the onions are soft, fragrant and translucent.

3. Add tomato paste, smoked paprika, and cumin to the pot and combine. Continue to stir and cook for about two minutes to slightly caramelize the tomato paste and toast the spices.
4. Add the roasted tomatoes,broth, brown sugar, liquid smoke (optional), bay leaf and some freshly cracked pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.

5. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until the tomatoes are soft.
6. Remove the bay leaf and then using an immersion blender or food processor, puree the soup until it is smooth.

7. Taste your smoked tomato soup once more before serving to adjust the seasoning if needed.
8. Sprinkle with some parmesan cheese, or serve with a dollop of sour cream, Greek yogurt or some fresh basil on top and enjoy! You can also drizzle a bit of whole cream as I did here.

Tips and Tricks for Smoked Tomato Soup

To make smoked tomato soup that is flavorful and delicious, there are a few tips and tricks you can use.

• Start with the freshest ingredients possible for the best flavor.
• Use smoked paprika rather than other smoked spices to add an authentic smoky flavor to the soup.
• To achieve a creamy texture, use heavy cream or cashew cream instead of butter or oil. For added complexity and depth of flavor, try adding roasted red peppers or smoked bacon.
• If you want to add more flavor to your soup, you can also include herbs such as thyme or oregano.
• Finally, smoked tomato soup is a great way to warm up during cold winter months – serve it with crusty artisan bread and enjoy!

Storing Smoked Tomato Soup

Smoked tomato soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. To freeze, allow it to cool completely before transferring it to a freezer-safe container with a tightly-fitting lid. When storing smoked tomato soup in the freezer, make sure the container is labelled clearly with the date and contents so you don’t have to guess when it was made. This soup can also be kept for up to three months in the freezer. When you’re ready to enjoy your soup again, simply thaw it out overnight in the refrigerator and heat it up on the stovetop or microwave before serving. As an added bonus, smoked tomato soup often has even deeper flavor when reheated!

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