Jamaican Pumpkin Soup Recipe

Name: Jamaican Pumpkin Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups chicken stock; 2 cups pumpkin flesh, cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 cups potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 onion, minced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 bay leaf; 2 teaspoons minced jalapeno peppers, to taste; freshly ground nutmeg, to taste; 1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk or 1/4 cup evaporated milk; 1/4 cup minced fresh coriander, for garnish

Servings: persons

6 cups chicken stock
2 cups pumpkin flesh, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 cups potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 onion, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons minced jalapeno peppers, to taste
freshly ground nutmeg, to taste
1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk or 1/4 cup evaporated milk
1/4 cup minced fresh coriander, for garnish

1
In a saucepan, or stockpot (large enough to hold all the ingredients) over medium heat, bring the chicken stock to a simmer. Add all the ingredients except the buttermilk and coriander and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes and pumpkin are tender. The stock should completely cover all ingredients by at least 2 inches.
2
Remove the bay leaf and pour the soup into a blender or food processor and process until smooth.
3
Return the soup to the pot and heat through. Stir in the buttermilk or evaporated milk. Divide the soup into serving bowls and garnish with the coriander.

874

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

117

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups chicken stock, 2 cups pumpkin flesh, cut into 1-inch cubes, 2 cups potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes, 1 onion, minced, and more.

Yes, Jamaican 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.

Jamaican Pumpkin Soup

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