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Soup Jomou

Cultural Context

Soup Jomou is a traditional Haitian dish that symbolizes freedom and independence, celebrated especially on New Year's Day. Originally made by enslaved Africans in Haiti to commemorate their liberation, the soup features pumpkin and various meats, representing abundance and resilience. Today, it is enjoyed at family gatherings and festive occasions, embodying the spirit of Haitian culture and heritage.

HaitianHTmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs pumpkin
1 lb beef
2 medium carrots
1 medium red bell pepper
2 tablespoons lime juice
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

pumpkin

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: sweet potatoes

Butternut squash offers similar flavor and texture, while sweet potatoes are often cheaper.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity, while vinegar is often more affordable.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: spinach

Cilantro offers a fresh flavor, while spinach is a more economical leafy green.

1

Cut the pumpkin into chunks and remove seeds.

2

Boil pumpkin in water until tender, about 20 minutes.

3

Add carrots and red bell pepper to the boiling pumpkin.

4

Blend the mixture until smooth after boiling.

5

Add beef to the pot and brown on all sides.

6

Season with salt and black pepper.

7

Stir in lime juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingblendingboiling

Equipment Needed

large potblendercutting boardknife

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Joumou SoupHaitian Pumpkin Soup

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