Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsThe Original Roy's in Hawaii KaiChef’s Soup Of The Day Recipe

Chef’s Soup Of The Day Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Liquid Ingredients

Herbs and Seasonings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Base Ingredients

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, around 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic

    Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Cooking the Soup

  1. 3

    Add Liquids and Spices

    Pour in the vegetable broth and canned diced tomatoes. Add the bay leaves, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.

  2. 4

    Simmer

    Reduce heat and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

  3. 5

    Add Chickpeas and Spinach

    Stir in the chickpeas and fresh spinach. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted.

  4. 6

    Final Adjustments

    Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Remove bay leaves before serving.

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