Cultures/Haitian/Soup Joumou
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Soup Joumou

Soup Joumou is a hearty, spiced squash soup traditionally enjoyed in Haiti, especially on January 1st to celebrate Haitian Independence Day. It is rich in vegetables, beef, and seasonings, symbolizing freedom and resilience.

15 ingredients
savoryspicyearthyherbalrich
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Last updated 4/1/2026

Originally reserved for French colonists during slavery, the soup was embraced by freed Haitians as a symbol of liberty after the Haitian Revolution.

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