Pumpkin Broth
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
A silky, aromatic pumpkin broth infused with warm spices and roasted garlic, perfect as a light starter or nourishing solo course. Rich in autumn flavors with a hint of ginger and sage for depth.
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Ingredients
- 800 gpumpkin(peeled, cubed)
- 1000 mlvegetable stock
- 1onion(quartered)
- 4garlic cloves(whole)
- 20 gfresh ginger(sliced)
- 6sage leaves(fresh)
- 2thyme sprigs
- 200 mlcoconut milk
- 30 mlextra virgin olive oil
- 5 gsea salt
- 2 gblack pepper
- 3 gground cumin
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Instructions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add quartered onion and whole garlic cloves, roasting for 5 minutes until golden and fragrant, stirring occasionally.
Tip: Don't skip the roasting step—it develops deep, caramelized flavors that make the broth special.
- 2
Add cubed pumpkin, sliced ginger, sage leaves, thyme sprigs, and ground cumin to the pot. Stir well to coat with oil and toast for 3 minutes.
- 3
Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 25 minutes until pumpkin is completely tender and falling apart.
Tip: The pumpkin should be soft enough to easily break with a spoon.
- 4
Remove from heat and discard the thyme sprigs. Let cool slightly for 2 minutes, then carefully transfer the broth to a blender in batches.
Tip: Work in batches to avoid overfilling the blender. Leave the lid slightly ajar or use a kitchen towel to allow steam to escape.
- 5
Blend each batch until completely smooth and silky. Pour blended broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean pot for extra refinement.
Tip: Sieving creates a luxurious, velvety texture perfect for an elegant presentation.
- 6
Return the strained broth to low heat and stir in coconut milk. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting spices as needed.
Tip: Taste as you season—you can always add more, but you can't remove it.
- 7
Simmer gently for 3-4 minutes to warm through and meld the flavors. Ladle into serving bowls and drizzle with a touch of olive oil if desired.
Tip: Serve immediately while hot. A sprig of fresh sage or a sprinkle of toasted pumpkin seeds makes a beautiful garnish.
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