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Spicy chorizo pumpkin soup Recipe

Spicy chorizo pumpkin soup Recipe
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This Spicy Chorizo Pumpkin Soup combines the rich, smoky flavor of sautéed chorizo with creamy pumpkin puree and a spicy kick from chipotle peppers. It’s a hearty, comforting dish perfect for chilly days, balanced with aromatic spices and finished with a touch of cream for smoothness.

Ingredients

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Meat

  • 1/2 lb chorizo

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 5 chipotle peppers (canned in adobo), chopped

Spices

  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Liquids

  • 15 oz chicken or beef broth
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

Other

  • 2 cups pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)

Instructions

  1. Cook the chorizo: Add the chorizo to a soup pot and heat over medium heat. Simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the meat is cooked through and releases its flavorful fat. Then scoop the chorizo out into a bowl and set aside. Wipe most of the fat from the pot using paper towels, leaving just a small amount for sautéing the onions.
  2. Sauté onions and combine with chorizo: Add the chopped onions to the pot and sauté until fragrant and translucent. Meanwhile, drain excess fat from the bowl of cooked chorizo. Return the chorizo to the pot with the onions. Add the minced garlic and chopped chipotle peppers and cook briefly to release their aromas.
  3. Add liquids and spices: Pour in the broth, then stir in the pumpkin puree, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
  4. Simmer the soup: Let the soup simmer gently for about 10 minutes to develop flavors and allow the chili heat to balance with the pumpkin sweetness.
  5. Finish with cream: Stir in the heavy cream at the end, then turn off the heat to let the soup finish melding without boiling the cream.
  6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with reserved chorizo pieces and optional chopped green onions for freshness and added texture.

Notes

  • Use chipotle peppers in adobo sauce for authentic smoky heat, adjusting quantity to taste.
  • You can substitute pumpkin puree with butternut squash puree if desired.
  • To make it a bit lighter, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit chorizo and use vegetable broth; add smoked paprika for smoky flavor.
  • Serve with crusty bread or tortilla chips for added texture and heartiness.

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Keywords: spicy chorizo soup, pumpkin soup, chipotle pumpkin soup, hearty fall soup, creamy pumpkin soup

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