Pumpkin, Coconut And Rum Soup Recipe

Name: Pumpkin, Coconut And Rum Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 medium yellow onions, peeled and chopped; 2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped; 10 spring onions, white and pale green parts only, sliced; 2 lbs pumpkin flesh, peeled and cut into 2-inch cubes (you can substitute any flavorful winter squash such as butternut, kabocha, hubbard, etc); 2 large carrots, peeled and thickly sliced; 1 -2 dash scotch bonnet peppers (optional) or 1 -2 dash habanero sauce (optional); 5 -6 cups chicken stock or 5 -6 cups vegetable stock; 1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons sugar (optional, you might find your squash makes the soup sweet enough); 1/3 cup dark rum (to taste); additional sliced scallions or chives, for garnish

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 medium yellow onions, peeled and chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
10 spring onions, white and pale green parts only, sliced
2 lbs pumpkin flesh, peeled and cut into 2-inch cubes (you can substitute any flavorful winter squash such as butternut, kabocha, hubbard, etc)
2 large carrots, peeled and thickly sliced
1 -2 dash scotch bonnet peppers (optional) or 1 -2 dash habanero sauce (optional)
5 -6 cups chicken stock or 5 -6 cups vegetable stock
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons sugar (optional, you might find your squash makes the soup sweet enough)
1/3 cup dark rum (to taste)
additional sliced scallions or chives, for garnish

1
In a large, heavy-bottomed soup pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring frequently, until just beginning to caramelize, about 20 minutes.
2
Stir in the garlic and scallions and cook for another minute or two until softened.
3
Add the cubed pumpkin, the carrots, scotch bonnet pepper, stock and coconut milk. Bring to a boil and turn down the heat to medium-low. Simmer, uncovered, for about 35-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are completely soft and the liquid has reduced slightly.
4
Remove from the heat and puree, either in a blender (in batches, and with the lid clamped down tight), or with an immersion (stick) blender. Return to the pot, stir in the sugar, salt and pepper to taste, and the rum. Cover and set aside for several hours or overnight (in which case, refrigerate).
5
Just before serving, reheat the soup to boiling and let boil vigorously for 2-3 minutes.
6
Serve hot with a garnish of thinly-sliced scallions or chives.

536

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 medium yellow onions, peeled and chopped, 2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped, 10 spring onions, white and pale green parts only, sliced, and more.

Yes, Pumpkin, Coconut And Rum 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.

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Pumpkin, Coconut And Rum Soup

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