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Delicious Curry Pumpkin Soup Recipes

This Curry Pumpkin Soup is a velvety, flavorful, and veggie-forward dish perfect for cozy nights or elegant dinners. Made with pumpkin puree, coconut milk, curry powder, and a touch of cinnamon, it's rich, creamy, and loaded with warm spices. A crunchy topping of roasted pumpkin seeds, fresh herbs, and a hint of turmeric elevates this soup, making it both comforting and sophisticated.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

Soup:

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger minced
  • 2 tbsp curry powder use your preferred blend
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1 can 15 oz pure pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can 13.5 oz coconut milk, well-shaken
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon

Topping:

  • 1/4 cup roasted pumpkin seeds
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Pinch of turmeric
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions
 

Prepare the Soup Base:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened.
  • Add garlic, ginger, and curry powder. Stir well and cook for 2 minutes to release the curry's aroma. Sprinkle with salt.

Incorporate the Pumpkin:

  • Stir in the pumpkin puree, ensuring it mixes thoroughly with the onions and spices.

Add Liquid Ingredients:

  • Pour in the vegetable broth and stir well.
  • Add the coconut milk (make sure to shake the can beforehand to combine its contents) and mix until smooth.

Flavor the Soup:

  • Stir in the brown sugar and a pinch of cinnamon. Adjust salt to taste.

Cook the Soup:

  • Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Prepare the Topping:

  • In a small bowl, combine roasted pumpkin seeds, cilantro, parsley, olive oil, turmeric, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.

Serve:

  • Ladle the soup into bowls. If desired, thin the soup with additional vegetable broth to achieve your preferred consistency.
  • Top each serving with the prepared topping.

Enjoy:

  • Serve hot, garnish with extra herbs if desired, and enjoy this creamy, flavorful pumpkin curry soup!
Keyword Pumpkin for soup