Korean Pumpkin Soup

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 2

Warm up with Korean Pumpkin Soup

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	8 cups pumpkin , gutted and peeled
	2 tablespoons sugar
	2 teaspoons salt
	2 tablespoons rice flour , mixed with a little cold water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

193

Sugar

12g

Fat

0.7g

Korean Pumpkin Soup is a traditional Korean dish commonly eaten in the fall and winter months. Pumpkins are in abundance during these seasons, making it the perfect time to enjoy this delicious soup. The soup is usually paired with a bowl of rice and various side dishes, creating a well-balanced meal. The thick and creamy texture of the soup makes it very satisfying, and the sweet flavor of the pumpkin is perfectly balanced with the saltiness of the broth. Overall, this soup is a comforting and healthy meal that is perfect for a cold day.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, add the pumpkin along with 8 cups of water and bring to a boil.
2.	Reduce heat to medium and add the sugar and salt, stirring to dissolve.
3.	Simmer for about 20 minutes until the pumpkin is very soft.
4.	Using an immersion blender or transferring the soup to a blender, puree the soup until smooth.
5.	Return the soup to the pot and add the rice flour mixture, stirring constantly until the soup thickens. Serve hot.

PROS

Korean Pumpkin Soup is a hearty and healthy soup that is low in calories and high in flavor.

This soup is great for those following a vegetarian or gluten-free diet.

CONS

This soup can be a bit time-consuming to make due to the process of gutting and peeling the pumpkin.

It can also be a bit bland if not seasoned properly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pumpkin is packed with vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium.
It is also high in fiber, helping with digestive health and aiding in weight loss.
The rice flour used to thicken the soup is gluten-free and adds a bit of protein to the dish.