Garlic Soup | Best Immune Boosting Soup Recipe

Garlic soup is a delicious broth-style soup that works well to help boost the immune system and provide comfort.

Being on the verge of soup season, I must share a delicious family favorite soup with you, this garlic soup recipe. With garlic being the star ingredient you might think the soup would have an overpowering garlic taste however, that is not the case. The soup has a slight sweet flavor with savory notes and is incredibly satisfying to the taste buds

It just so happens our home was recently struck with a nasty bug that had me reaching for just about anything to find comfort. There is nothing like a warm bowl of garlic soup. So having just made a large pot, I was compelled to huddle up at the computer and finally share it you. Not that you need to be sick to enjoy a bowl. Certainly not. This is a great soup to make all fall and winter long and it is especially good to sip on a chilly night.

Essentially this is sort of a garlic broth rather than a soup and it very much resembles an egg drop soup when ready to serve. The prep time is minimal and you will need either an immersion blender, food processor or blender to get the consistency right.

Health Benefits of Garlic

Garlic contains sulfur compounds that have beneficial effects on health. When slicing or crushing the garlic bulbs those sulfur compounds are converted into a substance called Allicin. This incredible substance helps the body fight infections and ward off bacteria. It also helps give a boost to the immune system which can help fight cold viruses due to its antiviral properties. There is a myriad of other health benefits to adding a daily dose of garlic to your diet. It is a great natural resource to consider.

Garlic Soup Is..

• Perfect for garlic lovers and an easy garlic soup recipe to make.
• A great restorative soup for soup season 
• Filled with garlic flavor and made with simple ingredients.
• Delicious to dunk crusty bread in.
• ​Able to be made with veggie broth or chicken broth.

Ingredients

Stock- I use chicken stock for this recipe however, that can be substituted for vegetable broth or stock. Use a good quality stock as it makes a huge difference.

Garlic- use large cloves of garlic and make sure to use fresh garlic cloves only.

Eggs- I use large eggs for this. Use the best quality you can find.

Vinegar- use a good quality balsamic vinegar as it adds a nice savory flavor.

Herbs- I use dried or fresh chives for this.

Oil- use either extra virgin olive oil or pure olive oil. You can also substitute it for avocado oil if you like.

Salt- I like to use sea salt but Himalayan salt or even standard table salt works. Just make sure if using standard table salt to use a little less at first as it is saltier than other salts.

Tools

Blender or Hand Blender

Stock Pot

Directions

Begin by peeling and rough chopping the garlic. Take the back of the knife and begin smashing the garlic cloves. Add a pinch of salt to help the process along. Smash the garlic until the large chunks are broken down. Heat a pot with a drizzle of olive oil.

Begin cooking the garlic for a few seconds over low heat. Be careful not to burn the garlic. Add the chicken stock and chives to the pot then allow it to simmer on low. While the broth simmers, separate the two eggs. Add 1 tbsp. of balsamic vinegar to the yolks and mix well. As the stock simmers slowly add the egg whites to the pot while constantly stirring to break up the whites as they cook. Turn the heat off, then take a hand blender and breakdown any chunks of garlic in the soup. Finish off the soup by pouring the yolk and vinegar mixture in.

Give it a good stir and serve immediately.

Cooking Notes

• If using a regular blender, transfer the soup to the blender. Blend briefly to break down any garlic chunks. Then return it to the stockpot and turn the heat on low to make sure the yolks are added to the hot soup. Add the yolk mixture and remove from heat, then stir to incorporate well.
• This Garlic Soup comes together quickly so it is best to separate the eggs and prepare everything before starting.
• Use a good quality chicken stock or chicken bone broth as these enhance not just the flavor but also add anti-viral effects to the soup.
• Use good quality eggs since we are stirring them into the soup.

FAQ

Can I use pre jarred minced garlic?

You can use jarred minced garlic for this recipe. Though fresh cloves are always best to help ensure that the garlic is at its peak potency. If using minced, I would add about 5 tsp. of the minced garlic for the amount needed to make Garlic Soup. As typically 1 clove equates to 1/2 a tsp of garlic.

How do I store the leftover soup?

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. A great way to store the soup I find is in a mason jar as it works perfectly for this soup. Be sure to do a smell check before reheating and consuming the soup. Discard any soup that smells rancid.

Can I use vegetable stock instead of chicken for this?

You can definitely swap out the chicken stock for vegetable stock. However, keep in mind that using chicken stock helps give the soup an extra dose of immune-boosting effects. Since the chicken stock has contains an amino acid called cysteine that breaks down mucus and anti-viral effects.

Serving Suggestions

• Of course, Garlic Soup is delicious to sip on alone but here are some other ways to enjoy this flavor-packed soup.
• Serve as a starter course for a dinner party. Serving a starter course always helps boost the elegance of the meal.
• Serve alongside a rustic loaf of bread as this broth-style soup is excellent for dipping. Try this No Knead Artisan Loaf for an easy-to-make homemade loaf.
• Add ramen noodles to the broth for a heartier soup. The broth compliments the ramen-style noodles well.

*Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may receive commissions if you choose to purchase through the links I provide (at no cost to you).

Shop This Post

Blue Dutch Oven

Wooden Measuring Spoons

White Soup Bowls Set of 4

Vintage Kitchen Towels Set of 3

Hand Blender

Pin For Later

Other Recipes You May Like…

• Classic Beef Bourguignon
• No Fuss French Onion Soup
• Creamy Tomato Pesto Soup

If you try this recipe and love it. I would appreciate you coming back to give it 5 stars!