PUMPKINS are a favourite for many, bringing nutritious dishes to the table. Here are five easy pumpkin recipes to try at home, each highlighting the texture of this healthy and versatile ingredient.
Pumpkin soup
Warm and creamy pumpkin soup is a comforting classic, making it an ideal choice for chilly, rainy evenings. This hearty and delicious soup will warm the tummies of the entire family.
Ingredients
1kg of pumpkin, peeled and diced
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
750ml of vegetable stock
200ml of coconut milk
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon of olive oil
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot. Saute onions and garlic until soft.
2. Add the diced pumpkin and vegetable stock and bring to a boil.
3. Simmer for 20 minutes until the pumpkin is tender.
4. Blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
5. Stir in coconut milk and season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve warm, garnished with a swirl of coconut milk.
