Turkish Pumpkin Soup

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 14
Comforting Turkish Pumpkin Soup Recipe
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Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

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

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
144
Sugar
6g
Fat
4g
This Turkish Pumpkin Soup is a creamy and comforting dish that's perfect for cooler weather. It's made with pumpkin, allspice, and cinnamon, giving it a slightly sweet and spicy flavor. It's also topped with crispy leeks for added crunch. While this soup may take a bit of time to make, it's definitely worth it in the end. Serve with some crusty bread or a side salad for a hearty meal.

Instructions

1.Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and 2/3 of the sliced leek and saute until onions are translucent. Add garlic and saute for 1 minute.
2.Add allspice, cinnamon, and honey and stir.
3.Add 2 pounds of pumpkin, peeled and cubed (or other winter squash like butternut, acorn, etc.) and stir.
4.Add 4 cups of stock (vegetable or chicken) and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Let cook for 30 minutes.
5.In the meantime, saute the remaining 1/3 of the leek in a small pan until crispy.
6.Puree the soup in batches in a blender (or use an immersion blender if you have one). Serve hot with crispy leeks on top.

PROS

This soup is a comforting and warming dish, perfect for cold weather months.
It’s packed with nutrients from the pumpkin and other veggies, as well as the allspice and cinnamon.
It’s also vegetarian and gluten-free.

CONS

The soup is slightly sweet from the honey, which may not be to everyone’s liking.
It may also be a bit too thick for some people’s tastes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pumpkin is high in beta-carotene, which is important for eye health and immune function. It also contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that can help protect against diseases such as cancer and heart disease. Cinnamon has been shown to help regulate blood sugar levels, while allspice has antimicrobial properties that can help fight off infections.

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