Pumpkin or squash soup {Sopa de zapallo}
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
6 to 8
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Course
Soup
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Cuisine
South American, Ecuadorian
Pumpkin or squash soup {Sopa de zapallo}
Description
This soup begins by gently sautéing diced onions, crushed garlic, cumin, and peeled chopped Roma tomatoes in olive oil until the onions become translucent. Then, a flavorful base is formed by adding six cups of chicken or vegetable stock followed by peeled, seeded, and chopped butternut squash or pumpkin pieces. The mixture is simmered until the squash becomes very soft, approximately 30 minutes.
The cooked ingredients are then cooled slightly and blended into a smooth puree using a blender or immersion blender. Salt and black pepper are added to taste, and the soup is reheated if necessary. The result is a velvety soup with the sweetness and earthiness of the squash enhanced by the warm spices and savory stock.
The soup is served warm and traditionally accompanied by garnishes such as queso fresco, feta, or goat cheese for creaminess, sliced avocado for richness, and chopped chives for a fresh herbal note. These toppings add color, texture, and complementary flavors to round out the dish.
Ingredients
- 2-3 tbs olive oil
- 1 white onion diced
- 3 garlic crushed, cloves
- 1 tsp cumin
- 4 Roma tomato peeled and chopped
- 6 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock
- 1 butternut squash peeled, seeded and cut into small chunks, or small pumpkin
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Garnishes:
- queso fresco or feta or goat cheese
- avocado slices
- chives chopped
Instructions
- Heat the oil over medium low heat in a large saucepan or soup pot.
- Add the onion, garlic, cumin, and tomatoes, sauté until the onions are translucent or about 5 minutes.
- Add the 6 cups of chicken or vegetable stock and bring to a boil.
- Add the squash chunks, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until the squash is very soft, about 30 minutes.
- Let the soup cool down enough to blend to obtain a puree, you will probably need to work in batches or use a handheld immersion blender.
- Add salt and pepper to taste, re-warm if necessary.
- Serve warm with queso fresco, feta or goat cheese and chopped chives. Can also serve with avocado slices.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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