A Different Spicy Pumpkin Soup Recipe

Name: A Different Spicy Pumpkin Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 about 1kg butternut pumpkin; 40 ml olive oil; 1 large onion, peeled, chopped; 2 carrots, peeled, chopped; 750 ml chicken stock; 1 teaspoon mild paprika; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon turmeric; ½ teaspoon ground coriander; ½ teaspoon grated fresh nutmeg; 250 ml creme fraiche; 2 -3 tablespoons roasted pumpkin seeds, plus extra to serve (see note); ½ teaspoon grated ginger; 2 garlic cloves; ½ cup fresh basil leaf; 1 teaspoon grated parmesan cheese; 120 ml olive oil

Servings: persons

1 about 1kg butternut pumpkin
40 ml olive oil
1 large onion, peeled, chopped
2 carrots, peeled, chopped
750 ml chicken stock
1 teaspoon mild paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon turmeric
½ teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon grated fresh nutmeg
250 ml creme fraiche
2 -3 tablespoons roasted pumpkin seeds, plus extra to serve (see note)
½ teaspoon grated ginger
2 garlic cloves
½ cup fresh basil leaf
1 teaspoon grated parmesan cheese
120 ml olive oil

1
To make the pesto, place roasted pumpkin seeds, ginger, garlic, basil and parmesan in a food processor, then whiz to a paste.
2
With the motor running, slowly add the oil until combined.
3
Cover and set aside.
4
Preheat oven to 180C Cut pumpkin in half.
5
Place cut-side down on a lightly oiled baking tray and roast for 45 minutes until soft.
6
Scoop out seeds and discard.
7
Scrape out the flesh and discard the skin.
8
Set flesh aside.
9
Heat oil in a saucepan.
10
Add onion and carrots and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes until softened.
11
Add pumpkin, stock, 2 cups water and the spices.
12
Season.
13
Bring to the boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 25-30 minutes.
14
Cool slightly.
15
Blend soup in batches, then return to pan.
16
Stir through creme fraiche and gently reheat.
17
Serve drizzled with the pesto and sprinkled with seeds and pepper.
18
Notes.
19
To roast pumpkin seeds, toss them in a little olive oil, spread on a baking tray and roast at 170C for about 10 minutes or until golden.

970

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 about 1kg butternut pumpkin, 40 ml olive oil, 1 large onion, peeled, chopped, 2 carrots, peeled, chopped, and more.

Yes, A Different Spicy Pumpkin Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

A Different Spicy Pumpkin Soup

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