Description
This Thai Coconut Pumpkin Soup is a creamy, flavorful vegan and gluten-free soup combining rich coconut milk, smooth pumpkin puree, and aromatic Thai spices. Perfect for fall, this comforting soup features a blend of red curry paste, ginger, and garlic, garnished with fresh cilantro and red chili for a touch of heat.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
Soup Core
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 4 cups pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 cups vegetable broth
Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish (Optional)
- Chopped cilantro
- Sliced red chili
Instructions
- Heat oil and sauté onions: Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add garlic and ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Add red curry paste: Mix in the red curry paste and cook for 1 minute to release its flavors.
- Add liquids and pumpkin: Pour in the pumpkin puree, coconut milk, and vegetable broth. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Simmer the soup: Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Season the soup: Add soy sauce or tamari, lime juice, and brown sugar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Blend the soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth or transfer in batches to a blender. Return the blended soup to the pot.
- Heat and serve: Warm the soup through if needed and serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and sliced red chili if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute kabocha or butternut squash puree for the pumpkin for a different but delicious twist.
- For extra heat, add more red curry paste or a dash of sriracha.
- If using fresh pumpkin, roast it first and then puree for a deeper, richer flavor.
