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On this winter day, we’re looking back at a story about must-try soups. Here’s one in Tappan.

Coconut Spinach Soup

Where to Get it: Mimi’s Plate, Tappan

 

Story behind it: Mimi Platas, the owner of Mimi’s Plate, in Tappan, adapted a recipe from one of her go-to vegetarian cookbooks. “This is one of my base books that I’ve been using for 15 or 20 years. I changed the recipe — originally, it called for a different kind of greens. I made it all spinach and changed up the ingredients,” says Platas. “I’m well versed in getting vegetarian soups to taste good without putting any meat in them. A lot of people are vegan now, and this one is amazingly flavorful without having any dairy or meat in it.”

Ingredients: Spinach, basmati rice, coconut milk, cumin, coriander. “It’s creamy without having cream,” says Platas.

Why we love it: Because it’s super healthy, hearty — and original. It looks like a bowl of pureed spinach, but the rice gives it a nice texture and the cumin a nice kick. It’s sweet and savory, more delicious with every bite. Like Indian food? You’ll love this.

Great for: The late-afternoon munchies, when you want a snack but don’t want to dive into the cookie jar. Eat this around 3 p.m. and you’ll still be hungry for dinner.

Also at Mimi’s Plate: Fresh-baked goods like cheddar biscuits, Parmesan chicken tenders, and Greek salads, sandwiches, and cupcakes to boot.

Grab a spoonful: It’s on the menu every other week. “I have quite an arsenal of soup recipes,” says Platas. 33 Old Tappan Road, Tappan, 845-359-6464, mimisplate.com

— Mary Lynn Mitcham

Mary Lynn’s original post is here: Spinach Coconut Soup

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