How to Cook Curried Winter Squash (Step-by-Step)

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Warm your soul this winter with a comforting bowl of Curried Winter Squash Soup. This delightful recipe combines the natural sweetness of squash with aromatic spices and a luscious Greek yogurt crème fraîche. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a starter for a festive gathering, this soup is both nutritious and satisfying. Let’s dive into the recipe!

Curried Winter Squash Soup with Greek Yogurt Crème Fraîche

Check out this beautiful image of the soup to get inspired:

Curried Winter Squash Soup

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Greek yogurt crème fraîche, for serving

Instructions:

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently to toast the spices.
  4. Introduce the cubed butternut squash to the pot, stirring to coat with the spices.
  5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer until the squash is tender, about 20-25 minutes.
  6. Once cooked, use an immersion blender to puree the soup until it’s smooth and creamy. If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can carefully transfer the soup to a standard blender in batches.
  7. Stir in the coconut milk and season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat through for another 5 minutes.
  8. Serve the soup hot, drizzled with Greek yogurt crème fraîche and garnished with fresh cilantro.

Enjoy this sumptuous soup that not only warms you from the inside out but also delights your taste buds. It’s a true testament to the harmony of flavors and ingredients that come together in every comforting bowl!