Pumpkin Soup Recipe

Name: Pumpkin Soup Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 kg Peeled and Diced Pumpkin; 4 Diced Shallots; 50 g Ginger Puree (Paste ); 5 g Ground Ginger Powder; 1 litre of Vegetable Stock; 1 bunch Chives (Chopped); 1 Bunch of Mint (Chopped); Olive Oil; 125 ml Coconut Milk; 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper; 1/4 teaspoon Chilli Flake

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About This Recipe

There are many varieties of soup to choose from , French Onion Soup, Minestrone soup and there are a few with a bit of a kick like Carrot and Coriander Soup and this Pumpkin and Ginger Soup falls into the spicy category.

Pumpkin Soup is a classic spooky recipe for Halloween and what better way to keep warm this Halloween than with a spicy Pumpkin and Ginger Soup. ...

History of Pumpkin Soup
Originating from the Americas, where pumpkins were first cultivated by Indigenous peoples, this dish has evolved significantly over the centuries.

Early recipes often featured simple ingredients, highlighting the natural sweetness and earthy flavour of the pumpkin itself.

As European settlers arrived in the New World, they adapted these recipes, incorporating spices and techniques from their own culinary backgrounds.

By the 19th century, pumpkin soup had gained popularity in both North America and Europe, often served during harvest festivals and Thanksgiving celebrations.

The dish has continued to evolve, with modern variations incorporating ingredients such as cream, garlic, and herbs, showcasing the versatility of pumpkin as a key ingredient.

Today, pumpkin soup is celebrated not only for its comforting qualities but also for its nutritional benefits, making it a staple in autumn menus around the world.

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Serves: Six

Tricky

Cook in: 1hr 10

Prep: 20 min

Equipment:
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What is Pumpkin Soup

In the UK Pumpkins were not easy to come by in the 80's , so as a child we used swede to make lanterns. Pumpkins were more popular in the USA. as a vegetable. So this recipe for pumpkin soup is a much welcomed soup recipe here in the UK.

In modern times the Halloween traditions of the USA have become more and more popular with us in the UK.

No matter where you live in the world this Pumpkin and Ginger soup will be a welcome treat to your Halloween celebrations this year.

How to make Pumpkin Soup

Cuisine:American

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Ingredients Nutrition Cost

1 kg Peeled and Diced Pumpkin
4 Diced Shallots
50 g Ginger Puree (Paste )
5 g Ground Ginger Powder
1 litre of Vegetable Stock
1 bunch Chives (Chopped)
1 Bunch of Mint (Chopped)
Olive Oil
125 ml Coconut Milk
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
1/4 teaspoon Chilli Flake

VegetarianEgg freeNut free

Nutrition:
This is based on 1 bowl of soup
2 cups (480ml)

Calories: 182
Protein: 2g
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 32gHigh
Fiber: 1.9g
Sugar: 14gHigh

High sugarHigh Carbs.

Cost to make:
£4.57 / $5.78 (Est.)

*Prices may vary.

Cooking Instructions

Peel 1 large pumpkin and remove all of the seeds, then dice it up
Add a generous amount of Olive Oil to a large Pan.
Add the diced up Pumpkin , Shallots and Ginger to the pan and Saute for 5 - 10 minutes , until the pumpkin has started to soften.
Add the Vegetable Stock , Coconut Milk , Chilli flakes and Pepper to the pan and mix with a wooden spoon.
Bring the pan to the boil , then simmer for about 1hr until the pumpkin is soft enough for a knife to go through it easily.