Bosnian · Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnian Pumpkin Soup with Crispy Croutons and Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
A hearty and creamy pumpkin soup with a traditional Bosnian twist, featuring crispy pastry croutons and roasted pumpkin seeds for texture.
Ingredients
Method
- Peel and dice the pumpkin, onion, garlic, carrot, and potato.
- In a large pot, melt the butter and sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add the diced vegetables and stir for 5 minutes.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
- Stir in the flour mixed with a little water to thicken the soup.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Roast the pumpkin seeds in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve with crispy croutons and roasted pumpkin seeds on top.
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