Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 tbsp

Coconut Oil

1 unit

Onion

Roughly Chopped

3 cloves

Garlic

Roughly Chopped

0.5 unit

Red Chili

Roughly Chopped

1 unit

Butternut Squash

Peeled And Cubed

3 tsp

Curry Powder

1 tsp

Salt

1 tsp

Black Pepper

0.5 tsp

Nutmeg

0.25 cup

Fresh Coriander (Cilantro)

Roughly Chopped

400 ml

Coconut Milk

500 ml

Vegetable Stock

Step 1
~4 min

Heat coconut oil in a large soup pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~4 min

Add chopped onion and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 3
~4 min

Add chopped garlic and chili and cook for another 3 minutes.

Step 4
~4 min

Add cubed butternut squash, curry powder, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and coriander.

Step 5
~4 min

Stir well to coat the vegetables with spices and seasoning.

Step 6
~4 min

Reduce heat and add coconut milk and vegetable stock.

Step 7
~4 min

Stir and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the squash is softened.

Step 8
~4 min

If toasting squash seeds, preheat oven to 180 Celsius/350 Fahrenheit.

Step 9
~4 min

Place seeds on a baking tray and bake for about 15 minutes, or until they start popping.

Step 10
~4 min

Blend the soup until smooth using a soup blender.

Step 11
~4 min

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 12
~4 min

Let it sit for 5 minutes.

Step 13
~4 min

Serve with a garnish of your choice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast the butternut squash before adding to the soup for a deeper flavor.

Add a squeeze of lime juice for extra tang.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread

Serve with a dollop of yogurt

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Cheese
Naan Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

Commonly eaten during the fall and winter months.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Fall
Winter
Thanksgiving

Popularity Score

75/100

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