Lasopy Malagasy (Antananarivo Bistro Root Vegetable & Herb Soup) – Authentic Madagascar Recipe

Ingredients for Lasopy Malagasy (Antananarivo Bistro Root Vegetable & Herb Soup) (4 Servings)

• 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) chunky carrots, prepped into bite-sized pieces
• 1.5 cups turnips, washed and trimmed
• 1 cup potatoes
• 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with garlic
• 1.5 tbsp traditional Madagascar seasoning (thyme, parsley, cracked black pepper)
• 2.5 cups rich culinary stock or aromatic cooking liquid, plus 2 tbsp cooking oil

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1. Warm cooking oil in a heavy pot over medium heat; gently sweat the minced onion, garlic, and garlic for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
2. Stir in thyme, parsley, cracked black pepper and toast for 45 seconds to release the essential oils of Madagascar's kitchen.
3. Add chunky carrots and turnips, tossing to coat in the aromatic base.
4. Pour in the stock, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 18–20 minutes until tender and deeply flavorful.
5. Fold in potatoes, adjust seasoning, and ladle steaming hot into deep bowls.