TURKISH PUMPKIN SOUP

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A delicious autumn soup with its origins coming from Bursa in Turkey. The allspice and honey make it so homely and warming!

Provided by Cem176

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 4 bowls, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 onions
1 leek, sliced (reserve 1/3rd of it to saute later)
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon honey
2 lbs pumpkin (or other winter squash, like butternut, acorn, etc.)
4 cups stock (vegetable or chicken)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a saucepan on a low heat. Stir in the onions, 2/3rds of the leek, and garlic and sweat, covered, until transparent.
  • Stir in the spices, honey, and pumpkin, cover, and let sweat together for another couple minutes.
  • Pour in the stock, raise the heat, and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat, cover, and let simmer for 30-40 minutes, until the pumpkin is soft.
  • Puree in a blender, then pour back into the pan and reheat.
  • Season to taste with the salt and pepper.
  • When ready to serve, saute the rest of the leek slices. Ladle the soup into bowls. Swirl one heaping Tablespoon of yoghurt into each bowl, then top each with some sauteed leeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.1, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 9.6, Carbohydrate 26.7, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 7.8, Protein 3.4

Yaseen Shahana
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This soup is so creamy and delicious. It's the perfect comfort food.


Hilary Ndungu
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I love the way the spices in this soup warm me up from the inside out.


Kukon Mia
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This soup is so flavorful and comforting. It's the perfect soup to enjoy on a cold winter day.


Douglas Hendrickson
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's a great soup to serve for a special occasion.


Jane Wade
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This soup is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavor is amazing!


Singtan Saru
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I'm not a huge fan of pumpkin, but I really enjoyed this soup. It's not too sweet and the spices balance out the flavor of the pumpkin perfectly.


Muzammil Ansari
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables. My kids love the sweet flavor of the pumpkin.


SANJU RAJPOOT
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The spices in this soup are perfect. They give it a warm and inviting flavor.


Malik Junaid
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This soup is so creamy and smooth. It's like a warm hug in a bowl.


Alfie Rix
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I love the addition of the chickpeas to this soup. They add a nice texture and flavor.


Talha Sarkar
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This soup is so easy to make. I just threw all the ingredients in my slow cooker and let it cook all day. It was perfect when I came home from work.


Emmah Fondo
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I made this soup for a group of friends and everyone loved it. It's a great soup to serve at a party or potluck.


Liam Smith
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This soup is perfect for a cold fall or winter day. It's hearty and filling, and it warms you up from the inside out.


Melissa Myler
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this soup, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's very flavorful and comforting.


md. kashem ali OA
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin. It's also a very affordable meal, which is always a plus.


Megan Michelle
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I've made this soup twice now and it's always a hit! My family loves the sweet and savory flavors, and I love how easy it is to make.


Null Null
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This Turkish pumpkin soup is absolutely delicious! The flavors are rich and complex, and the soup is so creamy and smooth. I love the addition of the spices, which give the soup a warm and inviting flavor.


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