Dominican Creamy Butternut Squash Soup

Dominican Creamy Butternut Squash Soup

Dive into the flavors of the Caribbean with this Dominican-style Creamy Butternut Squash Soup, also known as Crema de Auyama. This soup is a vegan-friendly delight that's both comforting and easy to prepare. Perfect for any occasion, it's hearty enough for a main dish but delicate enough to serve as an appetizer.

Ingredients

🎃 4 lbs Butternut Squash
🧅 1 Onion
🌿 ½ cup Recao (Cilantro or Culantro)
🫑 1 Green Pepper
🌿 4 sprigs Fresh Thyme
🧄 6 Garlic Cloves
🧄 ½ tbsp Goya Chicken Bouillon Powder or Adobo
🥕 2 cups Vegetable Stock
💧 2 cups Water
🫒 Olive Oil for cooking

Instructions

1- Preparation:

• Begin by peeling the butternut squash and cutting it into manageable chunks.
• Quarter the onion, chop the green pepper, and peel the garlic cloves.

2- Sauté Vegetables:

• Heat a generous drizzle of olive oil in a large caldero over medium heat.
• Add the butternut squash, onion, green pepper, and garlic cloves.
• Stir to ensure all vegetables are coated in the oil.

3- Add Liquids and Seasonings:

• Pour in the vegetable stock and water.
• Add the thyme, recao, and Goya chicken bouillon powder or Adobo.

4- Cook the Soup:

• Stir all the ingredients well, bringing the mixture to a boil.
• Reduce the heat and let it simmer until the vegetables, particularly the butternut squash, are very tender.
• This should take about 20-25 minutes.

5- Remove Thyme Stems:

• Once cooked, use tongs to remove the thyme sprigs from the pot.

6- Blend the Soup:

• Using an immersion blender, puree the soup directly in the pot until smooth.
• If you don't have an immersion blender, carefully transfer the soup to a traditional blender and blend until creamy.

7- Adjust Consistency and Flavor:

• If the soup is too thick, incorporate more water while blending to reach your desired consistency.
• Adjust seasoning to flavor.

8- Serve:

• Enjoy your soup hot as a main dish or an appetizer.
• Consider pairing it with a refreshing side salad.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: Approximately 150 per serving
Protein: 4g
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Equipment: Stainless Steel Caldero (7.5 qt), Chef's Knife, Measuring Cups and Spoons, Red Silicone Spatula with Wooden Handle, Ninja Immersion Blender, Tongs, Fork

Cooking Tips

• Alternative Squash Options: Use Auyama, Kabocha, Jamaican squash, or pumpkin if butternut squash is unavailable.
• Creaminess Optional: For an added touch, stir in a splash of cream before serving.
• Storage: This soup stores well and can be part of a meal prep routine.

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Dominican Creamy Butternut Squash Soup