Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb Calabaza squash, peeled & seeded
  • 1 x Green bell pepper, minced
  • 1 x Garlic clove, pressed
  • 4 x Scallions, chopped
  • 6 x Thyme leaves
  • 4 whl allspice, crushed
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Fenugreek
  • 1 lrg Ripe tomato, peeled & minced
  • 1 c. Coconut lowfat milk Salt & pepper Chili pepper, to taste

Method

  • Simmer all the ingredients except the salt, pepper & chili pepper, in 6 c. of water for 1 hour.
  • Strain the liquid into a bowl & allow the solids to cold.
  • Puree the cooled solids.
  • Return the puree to the soup pot along with the strained liquid.
  • Simmer, uncovered, till the mix is reduced to a syrup-like consistency.
  • Add in the seasonings while simmering & serve very warm.
  • VARIATION: Add in 1/2 lb fresh okra after pureeing the vegetables above.
  • Virginie & George Ebart, "Down-Island Caribbean Cookery"