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Beef Pumpkin Soup

Cultural Context

Beef Pumpkin Soup is a beloved dish in Jamaica, often enjoyed during the cooler months. It combines tender beef with the sweetness of pumpkin, creating a comforting and hearty meal. Traditionally, this soup is made with local spices and ingredients, reflecting the rich culinary heritage of the island. Today, variations can be found across the Caribbean, showcasing the versatility of pumpkin in savory dishes.

JamaicanJMmain
75 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs beef bones
3 cloves chopped garlic
1 teaspoon salt
6 cups water
4 cups pumpkin
2 cups carrots
1 lb chicken feet
1 cup corn
1 tablespoon pimento seeds
1/4 cup flour
1/2 cup cornmeal
2 cups sweet potatoes
1 cup cocoa (eddoes)
1 tablespoon thyme
1 scotch bonnet pepper
1 packet soup mix

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

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

1

Add washed beef bones to a Dutch pot with water and chopped garlic, then season with salt.

2

Cover and cook for 5 minutes.

3

Add pumpkin, carrots, chicken feet, and corn to the pot.

4

Add pimento seeds for flavor and cover to cook for another 30 minutes.

5

Make cornmeal dumplings by mixing flour, cornmeal, salt, and water into a firm dough.

6

Pinch pieces of dough to form dumplings and add them to the soup.

7

Add sweet potatoes and cocoa (eddoes) to the pot.

8

Season the soup with soup mix, thyme, and scotch bonnet pepper, adjusting salt to taste.

9

Cover and simmer on low heat for 10 to 15 minutes to cook the provisions and allow flavors to meld.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstewing

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifemeasuring cupsspoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Pumpkin Beef SoupJamaican Pumpkin Soup

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