South African-Inspired Butternut Soup
South African-Inspired Butternut Soup captures the rich and diverse flavors of South African cuisine in a warm, comforting bowl. This velvety soup is typically crafted with butternut squash as the star ingredient, complemented by a blend of aromatic spices. The result is a harmonious balance of sweet and savory notes. Garnished with a touch of cultural flair, this soup is both a celebration of South African culinary influences and a satisfying, flavorful experience.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 large onions, finely chopped
- 1 large jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
- 1 clove elephant garlic, chopped
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 (3 1/2) pound butternut squash – peeled, seeded, and cut into 2-inch cubes
- 1 cup water
- 6 tablespoons cream, or to taste
Instructions
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onions, jalapeno, and elephant garlic and cook until onions are soft and transparent, about 5 minutes. Stir in chicken stock and lemon juice until well mixed. Add butternut squash and water; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until squash is tender and soup is thick, about 1 hour. Puree with an immersion blender until smooth.
- Ladle hot soup into bowls and swirl cream in the center of each bowl just before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 213kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 262mgPotassium: 1026mgSugar: 8gVitamin C: 61mgCalcium: 153mgIron: 2mg
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