Cozy Spicy Autumn Soup Recipe

Today’s Recipe: Spicy Black Bean Pumpkin Soup

I’m excited to share a cozy and flavorful recipe with you today — Spicy Black Bean Pumpkin Soup. This dish is perfect for chilly autumn nights, combining the earthy sweetness of pumpkin with the rich, smoky flavors of black beans and spicy peppers. It’s a hearty and satisfying meal that will warm you up from the inside out.

Ingredients:

• canned black beans (400g, drained)
• fresh pumpkin (500g, diced)
• red onion (1, chopped)
• garlic cloves (2, minced)
• jalapeno pepper (1, diced)
• vegetable broth (1 liter)
• ground cumin (1 tsp)
• smoked paprika (1 tsp)
• salt (to taste)
• black pepper (to taste)
• olive oil (2 tbsp)

Kitchen Tools:

• chef’s knife
• cutting board
• soup pot
• immersion blender

To start, heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced jalapeno pepper. Sauté for a few minutes until the onions are translucent and fragrant.

Next, add diced pumpkin to the pot along with ground cumin and smoked paprika. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to coat the pumpkin with the spices.

Pour in the vegetable broth and drained black beans. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender.

Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Serve the Spicy Black Bean Pumpkin Soup hot, garnished with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Enjoy the warm and comforting flavors of this unique autumn dish!

Approximate total weight of cooked dish: 1200g
Number of servings: 4
Average weight of one serving: 300g
Approximate calorie count per serving: 250 calories

One unique tip for this recipe is to add a pinch of cinnamon to the soup for an extra layer of flavor that complements the pumpkin and black beans perfectly.

I hope you give this Spicy Black Bean Pumpkin Soup a try and make it your own with your favorite toppings and spices. Stay warm and enjoy!