PUMPKIN, CUMIN AND CHILLI SOUP

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This soup will be the star of your fall dinner table when you serve it up using the pumpkin as a bowl. Depending on how spicy you'd like it to be, you can either de-seed the chilli or throw it all in the soup.

Provided by Sackville

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large pumpkin, about 2 kg
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons oil, for frying
1 tablespoon cumin seed
2 medium onions, finely chopped
1 red chile, finely sliced
1 teaspoon caster sugar
1 liter hot vegetable stock or 1 liter chicken stock
salt
4 tablespoons heavy cream (optional)
4 teaspoons olive oil, for drizzling

Steps:

  • Slice the top off the pumpkin and set it aside.
  • Later it will be the lid for your pumpkin-pot serving bowl.
  • Use your hands to pull out all the strings and seeds in the centre of the pumpkin.
  • You can, if you like, save the seeds for roasting.
  • Now use a spoon to scoop out as much of the flesh as you can, but be careful not to break through the shell of the pumpkin.
  • Remember, you want to use it as a bowl afterwards.
  • Roughly chop the pumpkin flesh and then heat the oil or butter in a big pot.
  • Throw in the cumin seeds and onion, frying and stirring occasionally until the onion becomes translucent.
  • Add the chilli and sugar and stir well, then throw in the hot stock and pumpkin flesh.
  • Simmer until the pumpkin is soft enough to purée.
  • Add salt to taste and then blitz until smooth.
  • Add the cream, if desired, and pour into the pumpkin shell.
  • Make patterns on the surface by drizzling over the oil.
  • Serve immediately.

Cynthia Waithera
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I'm not a big fan of pumpkin, but this soup was actually really good! The flavors were well-balanced and the soup had a nice creamy texture. I would definitely make this again.


vokia newlaw
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This soup is so flavorful and comforting. I love the combination of pumpkin, cumin, and chili. It's the perfect soup for a cold day.


lorik yadav
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. I love the addition of the chickpeas, which add a nice bit of protein.


Shamoya Mcclymont
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I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Fareed Tofan
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This soup is delicious! I love the creamy texture and the subtle sweetness of the pumpkin. I also appreciate that it's a healthy and nutritious meal.


NO BI TA
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and comforting. I highly recommend it!


Sara . Officiel
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This soup is so good! I love the combination of pumpkin and cumin. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus.


Jana Taher
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


Ariella Adame
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This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly. The soup was creamy, flavorful, and had just the right amount of spice. I will definitely be making this again.


Manoj Kafle Monsoon
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Just made this soup and it's amazing! The pumpkin and cumin flavors are perfect together. I also love the addition of the coconut milk, which gives it a nice creamy texture. Highly recommend this recipe!


Hamzat plies feranmi
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This soup was delicious and so easy to make! I used canned pumpkin and it still turned out great. I also added a bit of extra chili powder for a little more heat. Definitely recommend!


Amour Ahmed
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The flavors of pumpkin, cumin, and chili blended perfectly and the soup had a nice creamy texture. I also loved the addition of the crispy chickpeas, which added a nice crunch and extra