Indulge in the symphony of flavors with this enticing Pumpkin Soup with Curry and Basil. This creamy and velvety soup is a culinary masterpiece that combines the natural sweetness of pumpkin with the exotic warmth of curry and the refreshing touch of basil. Each spoonful is a journey through a tapestry of textures and tastes, leaving you craving more. The recipe offers a vegetarian and vegan variation, ensuring everyone can relish this comforting dish. Additionally, find a delightful selection of other pumpkin soup recipes, including a Thai-inspired version with coconut milk and lemongrass, a hearty sausage and pumpkin soup, and a roasted pumpkin soup brimming with autumnal flavors. Embark on a culinary adventure and savor the goodness of pumpkin in these delectable soup creations.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
RED CURRY CHICKEN AND PUMPKIN SOUP
As the weather turns colder and the days get shorter, and maybe you start feeling those winter blues, make a big pot of this red curry chicken and pumpkin soup. When people think of comfort food, they usually don't think of it as exciting and interesting, but this incredibly tasty soup is the rare exception. It will warm your heart and sooth your soul, but stimulate you at the same time with its lovely contrast of flavors and textures.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Pumpkin Soup Recipes
Time 1h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Heat vegetable oil in a soup pot over high heat. Add chicken to hot oil; cook, stirring occasionally until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in 1/2 of the red onion and brown sugar. Cook until onions have softened and sugar starts to caramelize on the bottom of the pan, about 3 minutes. Stir in black pepper, cumin, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Toss in ginger and garlic; stir until sizzling, about 1 minute.
- Add 4 cups chicken broth and stir to deglaze the bottom of the pot. Bring to a boil. Add coconut milk and curry paste. Add cayenne pepper and bay leaf. Stir in fish sauce. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes.
- Carefully cut squash with a large knife on a cutting board. Remove seeds and peel and discard skin. Cut flesh into bite-sized pieces. You should have about 1 1/2 pounds squash.
- Add squash to soup and salt to taste. Add remaining chicken broth to cover squash. Simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until pumpkin is just barely tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Stir in remaining red onion, bell pepper, and green onions; cook for 2 minutes. Turn off the heat, and stir in 1/2 cup cilantro and 1/4 cup basil. Taste and adjust seasonings.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with more cilantro, basil, green onions, and serrano chiles. Squeeze lime juice into each bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 454.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 97.3 mg, Fat 26.2 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 30.8 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 1532.8 mg, Sugar 11.1 g
SIMPLE CURRY PUMPKIN SOUP
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over a medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the onion, garlic and ginger and stir. Add the curry powder, salt and pepper and cook, stirring, until the vegetables begin to soften, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the pumpkin puree, vegetable stock, coconut milk, brown sugar and cinnamon. Stirring, bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, allowing all the flavors to come together.
- Meanwhile, mix the pumpkin seeds, cilantro, parsley, olive oil, turmeric and salt together in a small bowl.
- Serve the soup in bowls and garnish with the herby pumpkin seed topping.
CURRY PUMPKIN SOUP
This is a wonderfully soothing and savory soup - a perfect choice for a holiday party or dinner. Adjust the amount of curry and soy sauce for spiciness. Adjust the amount of half-and-half, or substitute heavy cream or milk for varying levels of creaminess. Also, you can add sauteed chopped sweet onions with the first three ingredients (this works best with a creamier version).
Provided by Mary Ingram
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Pumpkin Soup Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Arrange pumpkin seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast in preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until seeds begin to brown.
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in flour and curry powder until smooth. Cook, stirring, until mixture begins to bubble. Gradually whisk in broth, and cook until thickened. Stir in pumpkin and half-and-half. Season with soy sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Bring just to a boil, then remove from heat. Garnish with roasted pumpkin seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 24.4 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 759.6 mg, Sugar 6.6 g
PUMPKIN SOUP WITH BASIL
This recipe came with some very interesting notes by a noted Food Editor. See the notes at the bottom of the recipe.
Provided by Lynnda Cloutier
Categories Vegetable Soup
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. In large soup pot, saute onion in butter for 4 to 5 minutes. Add tomatoes; simmer gently for 5 to 6 minutes or til tomatoes becomes lightly mushy. In another pan, simmer carrots in 2 1/2 cups chicken broth til soft. Mix cooked carrots, hot broth and pumpkin a blender or food processor; purée til smooth, adding the remaining 1 1/4 cups chicken stock as needed to achieve a thin creamy consistency. Add pumpkin mixture to onions and tomatoes in soup pot. Season with salt and pepper, sugar and basil. Fold in heavy cream. Heat to serving temperature but do not boil. Pour soup into tureen. Top with grated Swiss cheese and toasted pumpkin seeds or croutons if desired. Note: to toast pumpkin seeds, rub a little vegetable oil on your hands, then rub 1 cup hulled pumpkin seeds in hands to coat seeds lightly with oil. Put seeds on cookie sheet. Bake in preheated 375 oven for 15 minutes, shaking pan occasionally. Season seeds with salt and curry powder to taste. Toss to mix well. Bake another 5 minutes or til crisp and golden brown. Notes from the cookbook: Prior to judging a cooking contest sponsored by our newspaper several years ago, I never once had considered the pumpkin as anything other than a sculptural medium for Halloween and the stuff of Thanksgiving pies and breads. This soup recipe was submitted in that contest by a woman who said that she got the recipe while visiting Ottawa, Canada, where it is a popular autumn dish. I was a little skeptical about the combination of ingredients til I tasted it. I have been serving it ever since. I have since found other pumpkin soup recipe but none of them has come close to matching this one for flavor and ease or preparation I especially enjoy serving it for company in a hollowed out cooked pumpkin "tureen". Sara Anne Corrigan, Food Editor, The Evansville Press, Evansville, IN.
PUMPKIN CURRY SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: coconut oil, medium yellow onion, garlic, fresh ginger, curry powder, brown sugar, cayenne, ground cumin, kosher salt, black pepper, coconut milk, pumpkin puree, vegetable broth, bread bowl
Provided by Merle O'Neal
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large pot over medium heat, combine coconut oil, onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until the onion is translucent, 5-6 minutes.
- Add the curry powder, brown sugar, cayenne, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Add the coconut milk, pumpkin purée, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes.
- Uncover the soup and blend with an immersion blender until smooth.
- Ladle the soup into bread bowls and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374 calories, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 9 grams
Tips:
- Choose the best pumpkin: Look for pumpkins that are small to medium in size, with a deep orange color and smooth, unblemished skin.
- Roast the pumpkin beforehand: Roasting the pumpkin before adding it to the soup intensifies its flavor and makes it easier to blend into a smooth puree.
- Use a good quality vegetable broth: The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and made with fresh vegetables.
- Add some curry powder: Curry powder adds a warm, earthy flavor to the soup. You can adjust the amount of curry powder you use to taste.
- Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as basil or cilantro, add a pop of color and flavor to the soup. You can also add a dollop of sour cream or yogurt for a creamy finish.
Conclusion:
This pumpkin soup with curry and basil is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a cold fall or winter day. The soup is creamy, flavorful, and packed with nutrients. It's also a great way to use up leftover pumpkin. So next time you have a pumpkin on hand, be sure to give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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