Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsThe LowbrowSoup Of The Day Recipe

Soup Of The Day Recipe

Inspired by The Lowbrow
Time45m
Serves4

Make Soup Of The Day Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Broth and Seasoning

Optional Add-ins

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop the Vegetables

    Dice the carrots, celery, onion, potato, and tomatoes into small pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.

  2. 2

    Prepare Optional Add-ins

    If using spinach and chickpeas, rinse the spinach and drain the chickpeas.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until softened.

  2. 4

    Add Garlic and Seasonings

    Stir in the minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 5

    Add Broth and Simmer

    Pour in the vegetable broth and add the diced potatoes, tomatoes, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

  4. 6

    Add Optional Ingredients

    If using, stir in the spinach and chickpeas during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Cook until the spinach is wilted.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve the Soup

    Remove the bay leaf before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy hot.

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