Description
This Coconut Curry Pumpkin Soup is a creamy delight that combines the tropical richness of coconut with the comforting essence of pumpkin. Enjoy this Pumpkin Curry Soup as a nourishing and delightful Fall Soup to warm your soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon mild curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala spice blend
- 3 cups vegetable stock
- 1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk (plus more for serving)
- 3 cups pumpkin puree (or butternut squash)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Pumpkin seeds, toasted (optional, for topping)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
- Add curry powder and garam masala, stirring to coat the onion mixture well.
- Pour in vegetable stock and coconut milk, followed by pumpkin puree. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Carefully blend the soup using an immersion blender or in batches in a standard blender until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle the creamy soup into bowls, finish with a swirl of additional coconut milk if desired, and top with toasted pumpkin seeds and fresh cilantro for added texture and freshness.
- Serve with crusty bread or naan for a complete meal.
Notes
- Always taste and adjust the seasoning for a perfect balance of sweetness, salt, and spice.
- Consider using roasted fresh pumpkins for enhanced flavor.
- Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer texture.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Coconut Curry Pumpkin Soup, Pumpkin Curry Soup, Curried Pumpkin Soup Recipe, Pumpkin Soup Healthy