[Maryann]

Hi everyone
I made a huge batch of parsnip soup this morning as had about 8 'snips to use up. I added 2 large leaks and 2 onions, usual mix of veg and chicken stock and herbs etc.

I blended it all down and added some milk to make it creamy but when I tasted it I was shocked at how sweet it was.
I have tried adding a bit more salt & pepper, even a touch of turmeric and some cayenne pepper (all in very small amounts) but it is still too sweet.

I know parsnips are naturally sweet but I've not had this problem before.
Any thoughts?
Is it too concentrated perhaps?
I hesitate to add more liquid in case it becomes flavourless but have no idea how to reduce the sweetness.
Would appreciate any advice.

[crh75]

Curry powder may help balance it out.  If you like it!

[Lewjam]

I tend to add a bit of chili.

Then again you could try adding in some mashed potato and more stock.  Will thicken and bland it down a bit.

[mumofstig]

unless you have a medical reason for not doing so..............just continue to add salt a little at a time, until you get it right.

Sometimes the same thing happens when I make passata, it is really surprising how much salt you need to balance the sweetness.

I don't think there's any harm in the extra salt, unless you really use a lot all the time!

[Janeymiddlewife]

Cumin is a good one to add, along with chilli - it's slightly sour.

[Maryann]

Thanks guys, maybe will try the salt option because it is really thick already. I wonder if it might need a bit more liquid as well.

[sunshineband]

Thinning it down will help a little bit too, but use water not milk as otherwise you are adding another 'sweet' taste.

Hope you get it sorted to your liking 

[Aidy]

My fave snip soup is parsnip n ginger. The ginger does help reduce the sweetness.

If you want to be cheffeeee, thin slice a leek, chuck in seasoned plain flour and fry till crispy and pop these on top of your soup, mmmmmmmm.