Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with this hot and spicy pumpkin soup, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds with its alluring blend of sweet pumpkin, fiery peppers, and aromatic spices. This soul-warming soup is not just a meal; it's an experience that will transport you to a realm of culinary delight. With three enticing variations – classic, vegan, and a slow-cooker option – this article caters to diverse dietary preferences and cooking styles. Discover the harmonious balance of flavors, from the rich and creamy classic soup to the plant-based vegan delight, and the effortless convenience of the slow-cooker version. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with this hot and spicy pumpkin soup extravaganza.
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ROASTED PUMPKIN SOUP
Instead of sugar pumpkins, you can use other winter squash in our Roasted Pumpkin Soup recipe. Kabocha, calabaza, and Hubbard are the best alternatives. Choose a squash that feels heavy for its size and is free of soft spots. The soup can be garnished with toasted pepitas or a dollop of sour cream-or both.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Cut pumpkin into 2-inch pieces. Combine pumpkin, onion, mushrooms, and garlic on a rimmed baking sheet. Add oil and 2 teaspoons salt; toss to coat, then spread in a single layer. Roast until pumpkin is tender when pierced with the tip of a sharp knife, about 30 minutes, rotating pan and tossing vegetables halfway through. Let cool, then remove skins.
- Transfer vegetables to a medium saucepan; heat over medium. Pour in 2 cups stock; puree with an immersion blender until smooth. With the blender running, slowly add remaining 3 cups stock, and puree until smooth. Bring soup just to a simmer. Remove from heat, and season with salt and pepper. Cover to keep warm.
PUMPKIN SOUP
This delicious, cream-like soup is served at our family's Thanksgiving dinner every year.
Provided by Lea Ogawa
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Pumpkin Soup Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat stock, salt, pumpkin, onion, thyme, garlic, and peppercorns. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 30 minutes uncovered.
- Puree the soup in small batches (1 cup at a time) using a food processor or blender.
- Return to pan, and bring to a boil again. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for another 30 minutes, uncovered. Stir in heavy cream. Pour into soup bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Cholesterol 24.1 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1458.1 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
HOT-AND-SOUR PUMPKIN SOUP
Provided by Ming Tsai
Categories Soup/Stew Onion Appetizer Lime Pumpkin White Wine Fall Winter Jalapeño Gourmet Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings, or about 10 cups
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook onion, garlic, and ginger in 1 tablespoon oil in a 5-quart heavy pot over moderate heat, covered, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened, about 4 minutes. Add pumpkin and wine and boil, uncovered, until wine is reduced by about half, about 5 minutes. Stir in stock and simmer, covered, until pumpkin is tender, about 20 minutes.
- Heat remaining tablespoon oil in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté lemongrass, galangal, and chiles to taste, stirring, until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
- Purée pumpkin mixture in batches (use caution when blending hot liquids) and return to pot. Stir in lemongrass mixture, lime leaves, lime juice, fish sauce, and sugar. Simmer, uncovered, 20 minutes. Pour soup through a sieve, discarding solids, and season well with salt and pepper.
CREAMY PUMPKIN SOUP
This recipe turns canned pumpkin purée into a sublimely creamy, aromatic soup that makes for an elegant first course or a satisfying lunch on a cold day. While the combination of pumpkin and fall spices can easily veer in the direction of dessert, the addition of fresh rosemary, garlic, caramelized onions and curry powder plants this soup firmly in the savory camp. Finally, to make this recipe vegan, substitute olive oil for the butter, full-fat coconut milk for the heavy cream, and vegetable broth for the chicken broth. If time and availability allow, consider roasting your own sugar pumpkin for this recipe: The soup will have a deeper, more complex flavor (see Tip).
Provided by Lidey Heuck
Categories dinner, lunch, soups and stews, vegetables, main course
Time 50m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large Dutch oven or other heavy-bottomed pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and rosemary and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are lightly caramelized, about 15 to 20 minutes. If the onions begin browning too quickly, turn the heat to low.
- Add the maple syrup and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions have darkened in color, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the cider and cook, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the pan, until the liquid is reduced by about half.
- Add the broth, pumpkin purée, curry powder, nutmeg, cloves, salt and pepper, stir to combine, and bring to a boil. Turn the heat to medium-low and cook at a full simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally and scraping the bottom of the pot to prevent scorching.
- Working in batches, purée the soup in a blender or food processor and return to the pot (or use an immersion blender). Bring back to a simmer over medium heat, then turn off the heat and stir in the cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste and add more broth if the soup is too thick.
- To make the optional fried sage topping, melt the butter in a small or medium skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the sage leaves and fry until just crisp, 1 to 2 minutes. Using a slotted spoon or a fork, transfer the sage leaves to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving the butter left behind in the pan.
- To serve, spoon the soup into individual bowls. Top each serving with 2 fried sage leaves and a drizzle of the reserved butter (if using), or a swirl of cream and pinch of nutmeg. Serve hot.
PUMPKIN SOUP
While it looks elegant and is an appealing addition to a holiday meal, this creamy soup is so simple to make. My husband was skeptical at first, but after one bowl, he asked for second helpings! -Elizabeth Montgomery, Allston, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Remove from the heat; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in the broth, pumpkin, brown sugar, salt, pepper and nutmeg; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Add cream; cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 19g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 427mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right pumpkin: Look for sugar pumpkins, also known as pie pumpkins, as they are the best for soups due to their sweet and creamy flesh.
- Roast the pumpkin: Roasting the pumpkin intensifies its flavor and makes it easier to blend into a smooth soup.
- Use a good quality vegetable broth: The broth is the base of your soup, so make sure it's flavorful and has a rich taste. You can use store-bought broth or make your own.
- Don't overcook the soup: Overcooking can make the soup watery and bland. Simmer it just until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded.
- Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dollop of yogurt for extra flavor.
- Garnish before serving: A sprinkle of pumpkin seeds, croutons, or fresh herbs can add a nice finishing touch to your soup.
Conclusion:
This spicy pumpkin soup is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a starter, main course, or side dish. It's also a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. With its rich and creamy texture and warm, spicy flavor, this soup is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a comforting and flavorful soup, give this spicy pumpkin soup a try!
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