Medium
Haitian
Soup Joumou
Hearty pumpkin soup symbolizing Haitian independence, enjoyed on January 1st.
90
Total Minutes
8
Servings
Gluten-Free
Cooking Times
30 min
Prep Time
60 min
Cook Time
90 min
Total Time
Ingredients (10 items)
2.00 lbs
Pumpkin
peeled, cubed
1.00 lb
Beef
cubed
2.00 medium
Carrots
sliced
2.00 medium
Potatoes
cubed
1.00 cup
Cabbage
chopped
1.00 large
Onion
chopped
3.00 cloves
Garlic
minced
1.00 tsp
Thyme
dried
2.00 tbsp
Parsley
chopped
2.00 tbsp
Olive oil
Instructions (7 steps)
1
Cook beef, onion, and garlic in olive oil until browned.
10 minutes
2
Add pumpkin and 8 cups water, bring to a boil.
3
Simmer until pumpkin is soft, about 30 minutes.
30 minutes
4
Blend half the soup for a creamy texture.
5
Add carrots, potatoes, and cabbage; simmer 20 minutes.
20 minutes
6
Season with thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
7
Serve hot with bread.