Creamy Pumpkin Soup (Kürdələr Çorbası)

Kürdələr Çorbası, or Creamy Pumpkin Soup, is a popular dish in Azerbaijani cuisine, especially during the autumn season. This velvety and comforting soup is perfect for warming up on chilly days.

Creamy Pumpkin Soup (Kürdələr Çorbası)

Ingredients

  • 500g pumpkin, peeled and cubed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened.
  3. Add the cubed pumpkin and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender.
  4. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
  7. Serve the creamy pumpkin soup hot, garnished with a drizzle of cream and a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
5g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Large pot Immersion blender Ladle

Tools

Cutting board Knife Saucepan

Serving suggestions

Serve the Kürdələr Çorbası with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a sprinkle of nutmeg or a dash of cayenne pepper to the soup before serving.

Cost

$10