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Coconut Curry Pumpkin Soup Recipe

4.5 from 108 reviews

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.

Ingredients

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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
  • 23 tbsp red curry paste
  • ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper
  • 12 tsp salt, to taste

Garnishes (Optional)

  • Pumpkin seeds
  • Creme fraiche

Instructions

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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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