Spicy Chorizo Pumpkin Soup Recipe
This Spicy Chorizo Pumpkin Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the creamy sweetness of pumpkin purée with the smoky, spicy kick of chorizo sausage. Perfect for cool evenings, this comforting soup is enriched with sautéed onions and a blend of warming spices, delivering a delicious balance of savory and spicy flavors in every spoonful.
- Author: Ria
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Spanish-inspired
Soup Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin purée
- 150 grams chorizo, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Cook the Chorizo: Heat a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chorizo and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it releases its oils and becomes slightly crispy.
- Sauté the Onions: Add the olive oil and finely chopped onion to the pot with the chorizo. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the onions become translucent and fragrant.
- Add Spices: Stir in smoked paprika, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices and bring out their flavors.
- Simmer with Pumpkin and Broth: Pour in the pumpkin purée and chicken or vegetable broth. Stir well to combine all ingredients. Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Season and Serve: Taste the soup, then season with salt and black pepper as needed. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs or a dollop of sour cream for extra creaminess.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to puree the soup before serving.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the level of spiciness according to your taste.
- Use gluten-free sausage if needed to make this recipe gluten-free.
- This soup can be made vegetarian by substituting chorizo with smoked paprika and adding extra vegetables like bell peppers.
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