Squash Soup – African Recipes

Recipe ingredients and directions:

Mozambique Squash Soup

1-2 lbs. squash, peeled and cubed

1 bay leaf

4-5 large garlic cloves, crushed

1 T onion, minced

1 T butter

1 tsp salt

1/8 tsp black pepper

1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

1/4 tsp curry powder

1/8 t turmeric

1/8 t paprika

1-3 T lemon juice

Peel, cube and boil the squash in enough water to cover. When the

pieces are very soft, lift them out, leaving water in the pot.

Mash squash with a fork and return to cooking water (or used canned

pumpkin). Simmer gently, adding the bay leaf. Meanwhile, saute

the crushed garlic and onion in butter. Combine the remaining

spices and add them to the butter mixture. Saute over low heat

for 5-10 min. Then spoon a little of the squash liquid into the

skillet with the spice/butter, stir and simmer gently until combined,

and pour into the soup pot. Add water to make about 4 c. and stir

in the lemon juice.

Category: African Recipes