Haitian Joumou Recipe
420kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lbs of squash (such as calabaza or butternut squash), peeled, seeds removed, and chopped
- 1 lb of beef (preferably chuck), cut into small cubes
- 4 cups water
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or beef broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 potatoes, peeled and chopped
- cup sliced cabbage
- cup chopped celery
- cup frozen peas
- cup chopped bell pepper
- 8 oz of spaghetti or vermicelli, broken into smaller pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp ground cloves
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Vegetable Peeler
- Immersion blender or regular blender
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Ladle
- Measuring cups and spoons
Method
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the beef cubes and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until they become soft and fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped squash and cook for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in the water and broth, then add the beef cubes back to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes until the squash is tender.
- Use an immersion blender or a regular blender to puree the squash and liquid mixture until smooth. Be careful when blending hot liquids, and make sure to allow steam to escape.
- Add the carrots, potatoes, cabbage, celery, peas, and bell pepper to the pot. Stir in the thyme, ground cloves, black pepper, and salt to taste.
- Bring the soup back to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the broken spaghetti or vermicelli to the pot and cook for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked through.
- Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
Calories420kcalCarbohydrates54gProtein22gFat14gSaturated Fat4gCholesterol40mgSodium350mgPotassium1035mgFiber7gSugar8g