THAI PUMPKIN SOUP

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This is a spicy Thai variety on our favorite pumpkin soup. You can make it mild spicy or hot spicy by using different types of chilies. Instead of the traditional sour cream, this recipe uses coconut cream. Quick 'n' easy!

Provided by BRIGIT

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 clove garlic, chopped
4 shallots, chopped
2 small fresh red chili peppers, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped lemon grass
2 ⅛ cups chicken stock
4 cups peeled and diced pumpkin
1 ½ cups unsweetened coconut milk
1 bunch fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, heat oil and butter over low heat. Cook garlic, shallots, chilies, and lemongrass in oil until fragrant (be careful not to burn the garlic). Stir in chicken stock, coconut milk, and pumpkin; bring to a boil. Cook until pumpkin softens.
  • In a blender, blend the soup in batches to a smooth or slightly chunky consistency, whatever you prefer. Serve with basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 18.6 g, Sodium 404.8 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

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