The World in Soups
| December 6, 2017
Butternut Squash Soup – South Africa
Just in time for winter, we head to Africa where squash soup is eaten in countries such as Namibia, Mozambique, and throughout South Africa. In Fact, no South African menu is complete without it. No one knows the exact history of butternut squash soup, but many believe it is a mixture of a Native soup with spices brought through the East Indian Trading Company.
Besides the soup’s namesake, the recipe includes onions, garlic, jalapeños, cream, and butter. Some people make it sweeter by adding bananas, coriander, and cinnamon. We like this soup paired with toasted ciabatta bread.
Pro Tip: Don’t like butternut squash? You can substitute it with pumpkin!
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