Shurpa (creamy Pumpkin And Walnut Soup)

Shurpa is a traditional Bukharan Jewish soup that is rich, creamy, and bursting with the flavors of pumpkin and walnuts. This hearty soup is perfect for the fall and winter seasons, and it's a comforting dish that will warm you up from the inside out.

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Shurpa (creamy Pumpkin And Walnut Soup)

Ingredients

  • 1 small pumpkin, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup walnuts
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  2. Add the diced pumpkin and walnuts to the pot, and sauté for another 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth, and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender.
  4. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. If you don't have an immersion blender, you can use a regular blender in batches.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream, and season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, then remove the pot from the heat.
  7. Serve the shurpa hot, garnished with a drizzle of heavy cream and a sprinkle of chopped walnuts.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
8g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Immersion blender or regular blender Soup ladle

Tools

Cutting board Knife Sauté pan

Serving suggestions

Serve the shurpa with a side of crusty bread or warm pita for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra creamy texture, you can strain the soup through a fine mesh sieve before serving.

Cost

$15