Spicy Pumpkin Soup Recipe
Spicy Pumpkin Soup is a warm and comforting dish that is perfect for the fall and winter seasons. This recipe is made with pumpkin, onion, garlic, ginger, cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper and vegetable or chicken broth. The pumpkin is peeled and seeded, then cut into small cubes and simmered until tender.
Category
Dinner
Servings
4 OZ
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
35 minutes
Calories
140
Author:
Linda DeCann
The spices, including cloves, add a warm and aromatic flavor to the soup, while the cayenne pepper gives it a spicy kick. The soup is then blended until smooth and creamy, and finished with a touch of heavy cream for added richness. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, and enjoy a bowl of this delicious and healthy soup.
Ingredients
1 medium-sized pumpkin, peeled and seeded
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 tsp grated ginger
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1 tsp ground cloves
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (or more to taste)
4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup heavy cream (optional)
Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
Directions
Cut the pumpkin into small cubes and set aside.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat some oil over medium heat.
Add the onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the garlic and ginger and sauté for another minute.
Stir in the ground cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper.
Add the pumpkin cubes and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer for 20 minutes or until the pumpkin is tender.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. If you don't have an immersion blender, you can use a regular blender, but be careful when blending hot liquids.
Stir in the heavy cream, if using.
Serve hot, garnished with cilantro.
Recipe Note
- For a vegan version, you can skip the heavy cream and use coconut milk or plant-based cream instead.
- You can also add more vegetables like carrots and potatoes to the soup for added nutrition and flavor.
- This recipe can be made in advance and reheated for a quick and easy meal.
- You can add more or less cayenne pepper depending on your preference for spice level.
- If you want to make it more filling you can serve it with some bread, croutons or rice.
- You can also add some bacon or sautéed sausage for a non-vegetarian version.
- If you prefer a thinner soup, add more broth or water.
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste and enjoy it!
Nutrition
Nutrition
- Serving Size
- 4 Servings
- per serving
- Calories
- 140
- Fat
- 8 grams
- 12%
- Saturated Fat
- 1.5 grams
- 8%
- Sodium
- 180 milligrams
- 8%
- Carbs
- 20 grams
- 7%
- Fiber
- 3.2 grams
- 16%
- Sugar
- 6 grams
- Protein
- 4 grams
- 8%
- Cholesterol
- 0 milligrams
- 0%
