Coconut Curry Pumpkin Soup Recipe
A rich and flavorful Coconut Curry Pumpkin Soup combining the natural sweetness of pumpkin with aromatic spices, creamy coconut milk, and a hint of heat from red curry paste. This comforting soup is perfect for cozy meals and can be garnished with pumpkin seeds and creme fraiche for extra texture and taste.
- Author: Joe
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion (Thai-inspired)
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups pumpkin puree
- ½ onion, minced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 tsp ginger paste
- 1 (15 oz) can coconut milk (preferably full fat)
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp nutmeg
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 2–3 tbsp red curry paste
- ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper
- 1–2 tsp salt, to taste
Garnishes (Optional)
- Pumpkin seeds
- Creme fraiche
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the minced onions and garlic and cook until they are soft and lightly browned, releasing their flavors and aromas.
- Add Remaining Ingredients and Simmer: Pour in the pumpkin puree, ginger paste, coconut milk, chicken stock, cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, red curry paste, cayenne pepper, and salt. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Optional Blending and Garnishing: For a creamier texture, transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend until smooth. Serve hot, garnished with pumpkin seeds and a dollop of creme fraiche if desired.
Notes
- Use full-fat coconut milk for maximum creaminess; light versions yield a thinner soup.
- If you prefer, heavy cream can substitute coconut milk.
- To thicken the soup, prepare a cornstarch slurry with equal parts cornstarch and water, then slowly add it while stirring until desired consistency is reached.
- Adjust red curry paste amount to control soup spiciness.
- Blending the soup is optional but recommended for a silky texture.
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