Description
A warm and comforting soup combining sweet pumpkin, rich coconut milk, and delightful spices, perfect for any cozy occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pumpkin puree (homemade or canned)
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for a gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional garnishes: fresh cilantro, pumpkin seeds, or a splash of lime
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in red curry paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Incorporate pumpkin puree, coconut milk, and broth into the pot. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Remove the pot from heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in soy sauce and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnishing with fresh cilantro or pumpkin seeds.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add cayenne pepper or sriracha. Use light coconut milk to reduce calories.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg