Description
A silky, spiced bisque made with roasted butternut squash, coconut milk, and warm curry flavors — creamy, comforting, and perfect for cozy meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs), peeled, seeded, and cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp curry powder (mild or hot, depending on taste)
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth if preferred)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish
- Optional toppings: pumpkin seeds, chili flakes, swirl of coconut cream
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until fragrant and softened.
- Add spices: Stir in curry powder and turmeric. Cook for 1 minute to toast spices.
- Add squash & broth: Add cubed butternut squash and pour in broth. Bring to boil, reduce heat, and simmer 20–25 minutes until squash is tender.
- Blend: Use immersion blender (or transfer in batches to blender) until smooth and creamy.
- Add coconut milk: Stir in coconut milk. Simmer gently 5 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with herbs and optional toppings.
Notes
For extra depth, roast the squash at 400°F for 25 minutes before adding it to the soup. It intensifies the sweetness and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 ½ cups)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg