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Pumpkin Soup

Cultural Context

Pumpkin soup is a beloved dish in France, especially during the fall when pumpkins are in season. It is often enjoyed as a comforting starter or main course, showcasing the rich flavors of autumn. This dish reflects the French culinary tradition of using seasonal ingredients and is commonly served in homes and restaurants alike.

FrenchFRmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1/4 large pumpkin
1 medium onion
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon rice bran oil
500 mls chicken stock
1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon ginger
0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
black pepper
fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon salt
optional: 0.5 teaspoon turmeric

cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut milk is lower in calories and adds a unique flavor.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade stock is more nutritious and flavorful.

1

Chop the pumpkin after removing the hard exterior.

2

Dice the onion.

3

Make 500 mls of chicken stock using two oxo chicken cubes and boiling water.

4

Melt 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of rice bran oil in a pot.

5

Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté on low heat for about 10 minutes until soft.

6

Add the pumpkin to the pot and stir to coat with the onions, butter, and oil.

7

Add 500 mls of chicken stock to the pot until it just covers the pumpkin.

8

Add 1.5 teaspoons of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of ginger, 0.5 teaspoon of nutmeg, and black pepper to the pot.

9

Let the mixture heat up and taste for salt, adding 1 teaspoon if necessary after the pumpkin is soft.

10

Once the pumpkin is soft, cool the mixture slightly before blending it in a food processor until smooth.

11

Return the blended soup to the saucepan and stir in 0.5 teaspoon of turmeric if desired for color.

12

Garnish the soup with ground black pepper and fresh basil leaves before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingblending

Equipment Needed

potfood processorknifecutting boardbaking tray

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Soupe de Potiron
Local Name: Soupe de potiron

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