Pumpkin Soup With Coriander Pistou (France) Recipe

Name: Pumpkin Soup With Coriander Pistou (France)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 g pumpkin flesh, cubed; 4 fresh thyme sprigs; 4 garlic cloves, peeled but left whole; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 2 celery ribs, sliced; 1 red chili pepper, deseeded and chopped; 1 14 liters vegetable stock; salt and pepper, as needed; 25 g coriander leaves; 1 garlic clove, crushed; 1 tablespoon blanched almond, chopped; 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon freshly grated parmesan cheese; salt & pepper

Servings: persons

500 g pumpkin flesh, cubed
4 fresh thyme sprigs
4 garlic cloves, peeled but left whole
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, sliced
1 red chili pepper, deseeded and chopped
1 14 liters vegetable stock
salt and pepper, as needed
25 g coriander leaves
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 tablespoon blanched almond, chopped
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon freshly grated parmesan cheese
salt & pepper

1
Put pumpkin, thyme sprigs and garlic cloves in a roasting tin to fit in snugly in a single layer.
2
Add half of the oil and toss gently to coat well.
3
Season liberally with sat and pepper and roast in a preheated oven, 200C (400F), Gas Mark 6, for 30 minutes, until charred and softened.
4
Meanwhile, heat remaining oil in a deep saucepan.
5
Gently fry onion, celery and chili for 10 mins or until softened,.
6
.Add the stock, bring to a boil and simmer, covered for 20 minutes Stir in the roasted pumpkin and all the pan scrapings, return to boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
7
Discard thyme sprigs, then transfer the soup to a food processor or blender and puree in batches, until smooth, Keep warm.
8
Place all the ingredients for the coriander pistou in a spice grinder and grind to form a smooth paste, or use a mortar and pestle.
9
Spoon the soup into warmed bowls and swirl a llittle pistou in each one.

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500 g pumpkin flesh, cubed, 4 fresh thyme sprigs, 4 garlic cloves, peeled but left whole, 4 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Pumpkin Soup With Coriander Pistou (France) 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 Soup With Coriander Pistou (France)

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