Description
A rich and flavorful spicy chorizo pumpkin soup that combines the smokiness of chorizo with the sweetness of pumpkin puree. Perfectly seasoned with smoked paprika and cayenne pepper for a warming, cozy meal served with crusty bread.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound chorizo sausage, casing removed and crumbled
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for spiciness)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Crusty bread, for serving
Instructions
- Heat Olive Oil and Sauté Onion: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Cook Chorizo: Add the crumbled chorizo to the pot, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Mix in Pumpkin Puree: Stir in the pumpkin puree, mixing well with the chorizo mixture.
- Add Chicken Broth and Simmer: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Add Cream and Seasoning: Reduce the heat and stir in the coconut milk or heavy cream, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Simmer Again: Allow the soup to simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Blend Soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup to your desired consistency, or leave it chunky for added texture.
- Serve: Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and alongside crusty bread.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne pepper to your desired spiciness level.
- Use coconut milk for a dairy-free option, heavy cream for a richer texture.
- To make the soup vegetarian, replace chorizo with plant-based sausage and use vegetable broth.
- Crusty bread is optional but recommended for a complete meal.
