Hearty & Creamy Sweet Pumpkin Rice Soup
How to Make a Delicious Sweet Pumpkin Rice Soup at Home
A comforting and satisfying rice soup made with mashed sweet pumpkin and rice, offering a richer and more filling texture. Perfect for breakfast, a light meal, or even as a nutritious option for babies.
Ingredients- Cooked Rice 40g (warm)
- Sweet Pumpkin 50g (peeled and seeded weight)
- Onion 30g (small)
- Water 150ml
- Chicken Stock 1 tsp (or dashi stock)
- Heavy Cream 100ml
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
To make the sweet pumpkin easier to cut, microwave it first. Place the whole pumpkin in the microwave and heat for about 5 minutes, then flip it over and heat for another 5 minutes. This softens the pumpkin, making it much easier to handle. (Caution: The pumpkin will be hot, so handle with care!)
Step 2
Once the microwaved pumpkin has cooled slightly, peel off the skin, remove the seeds, and roughly chop it. Also, peel and roughly chop the onion.
Step 3
In a pot, combine 150ml of water and 1 tsp of chicken stock, stirring well to dissolve. If you don’t have chicken stock, vegetable stock or dashi stock will also work wonderfully. This base liquid will significantly enhance the soup’s flavor.
Step 4
Add the prepared sweet pumpkin to the pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook until the pumpkin becomes tender.
Step 5
Once the sweet pumpkin is partially cooked and tender, add the roughly chopped onion to the pot. Continue to simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes, allowing the onion to become translucent and meld with the pumpkin.
Step 6
After 5 minutes, pour in 100ml of heavy cream for a smooth and creamy texture. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer gently. Be careful not to boil at high heat, as this can cause the cream to separate.
Step 7
Finally, add 40g of warm cooked rice. Stir continuously over low heat until the soup reaches your desired consistency. The rice will break down and blend with the soup, creating a thicker, more satisfying texture. Adjust the consistency as needed. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Sweet Pumpkin Rice Soup!
