Kim Dae-seok's Pumpkin Soup

Name: Kim Dae-seok's Pumpkin Soup
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: pumpkin 320g; milk 2 cups (400ml); salt 2 pinches; water a little (for heating)

Simple and healthy pumpkin soup made with fresh winter pumpkin, milk, and salt—no flour or butter required.

20 min Difficulty Very easy Salads & light meals

Main ingredients

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Ingredients needed 2 servings

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Recipe

Wash the pumpkin thoroughly, cut it in half with a knife, and carefully scoop out the seeds using a spoon.
To achieve a fine color and texture in the soup, peel off the outer skin thinly with a knife and cut into pieces suitable for microwave cooking.
Place the pumpkin pieces on a ceramic dish without overlapping, lightly sprinkle water on top to prevent moisture loss, then cover with another ceramic dish to create space.
Cook in the microwave for 5 minutes until the pumpkin is fully soft inside.
Spread the cooked pumpkin on a wide plate and let it cool completely for about 10 minutes to lose its heat.
Transfer the fully cooled pumpkin, 2 cups (400ml) of milk, and 2 pinches of salt into a blender.
Blend until smooth and creamy, with no lumps remaining, then serve immediately in a cup or bowl.

Remove the seeds from the pumpkin, peel off the skin roughly, and cut into pieces suitable for blending.
Lightly sprinkle water on the pieces, then microwave for 5 minutes until fully cooked. Let cool on a wide plate for 10 minutes.
Add the steamed pumpkin, milk, and salt to the blender and blend until silky smooth like velvet.

Cooking tips

When heating pumpkin in the microwave, lightly misting it with water prevents drying and ensures it stays moist and tender.
Using only 1 cup of milk may make the soup too thick, so adding about 2 cups provides a smoother, more drinkable consistency.
For enhanced sweetness, add a small amount of honey to taste along with the salt when blending—this boosts the flavor significantly.

Recommended for

People looking for a quick and convenient hearty meal during busy mornings without any complicated preparation.
Those seeking a low-calorie, smooth liquid meal without the burden of butter, dairy, or flour.
Individuals who want to fully enjoy the pure, delicate sweetness unique to winter pumpkin.

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