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Korean Pumpkin Soup Recipe

Experience a taste of Korean heaven with this creamy, comforting pumpkin soup! My Korean friend's secret recipe, this dish is unbelievably delicious. While cornstarch can be used as a substitute for rice flour, the subtle texture and authentic flavor will be slightly altered. Get ready for a warm, sweet, and savory explosion in your mouth – perfect for a cozy night in or a special occasion.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 102.8 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Korean Pumpkin Soup

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How to Make Korean Pumpkin Soup

  1. Cut 1kg of pumpkin into 1-inch chunks.
  2. Boil the pumpkin chunks in a large saucepan with about 6 cups of water until very soft (approximately 20-25 minutes).
  3. Once soft, carefully transfer the cooked pumpkin to a blender. Add 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  4. Blend until completely smooth and creamy. Add a little bit of the cooking liquid if necessary to reach desired consistency.
  5. Return the blended pumpkin mixture to the saucepan. In a separate small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of rice flour (or cornstarch) with 1/4 cup of cold water until smooth to create a slurry.
  6. Gradually whisk the rice flour slurry into the pumpkin soup while stirring constantly over medium heat. Continue stirring until the soup thickens to your desired consistency (about 5-7 minutes). Do not boil.
  7. Taste and adjust sweetness and salt as needed.
  8. Serve warm, optionally garnished with toasted sesame seeds or a sprinkle of chopped nuts.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

48 g

Sugar

37g

Fat

0g

Carbs

8g

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