THAI COCONUT CURRY BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

Usually I’m pretty convinced that “make it within the slow cooker” is all I even have to mention so as to show some heads around here, however it tends to require a great deal a lot of to oblige James and microphone into making an attempt a formula while not ruling it out before they take a bite. embrace something that even gently resembles coconut or squash and it becomes unbelievably tough. Refuse to “balance those ingredients out” with bacon and it’s much not possible. thus I usually wait to save lots of those recipes, like this Thai Coconut Curry Butternut Squash Soup, for days once I’ll be home alone and don’t have to be compelled to exhaust myself through the simply attempt its and that i assume you’ll be stunned you prefer its, and that i will merely get pleasure from the comforting approach that each one of these flavors move and build ME need to curve up into a ball of content.

I’m not the sole one WHO is obsessed on this soup, by the way. Ever since I 1st created it some years back, it’s been a daily in my mom’s room, a favourite among my friends, and a preferred go-to for readers still. It additionally happens to be a vegetarian formula (as long as you create certain that your Thai red curry paste is vegan-friendly– I in person use Thai room complete that you ought to be able to realize within the International aisle at your native grocery, which contains no animal products), and is so dairy-free still, to not mention that it’s additionally gluten-free, thus it’s very a good choice to serve once you’ve got individuals with totally different dietary must feed. perhaps that’s why numerous individuals adore it. I in person assume it's a lot of to try to to with the bedded flavors of buttery, nutty squash, creamy coconut milk, savory Thai curry, lime juice, cilantro, and peanuts, however very either reason could be a sensible one to form it once more and once more.

I continuously serve mine with an additional drizzle of coconut milk on prime as a result of i like the design of the swirls, and that i sometimes truly eat it with naan… that is in no approach, shape, or type historically paired with Thai food, however it’s still nice for dunking into this swish and soothing soup. And since we’re on the topic of pairing this soup with alternative varieties of foods, I ought to mention that the Thai curry flavor isn’t too overwhelming during this formula to serve it aboard historically fall-flavored dishes. I’ve truly created it for Thanksgiving some times currently, and it’s a splendidly distinctive thanks to cut up an equivalent seasonings that area unit used throughout most Thanksgiving recipes, whereas still fitting into the unfold.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tablespoon canola oil (if cooking on stovetop)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small yellow onion, diced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated
• 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 medium-sized butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1″ cubes (about 4 cups)
• 1 (15-ounce) can coconut milk, divided
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus more to taste
• Sriracha to taste, optional
• 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped, to garnish
• 1/3 cup unsalted, dry-roasted peanuts, chopped, to garnish
• Naan, to serve, optional

INSTRUCTIONS

1. If using the stovetop method: Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add in the garlic and onion, and saute until soft and fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add in the ginger and curry paste and stir to combine with the onion and garlic. Cook for 3 more minutes, stirring often. Add in the raw butternut squash cubes and slowly pour in the broth, stirring to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer and cover. Cook for 20 minutes, or until butternut squash is tender. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes.
2. If making in the slow cooker: Add butternut squash, garlic, onion, ginger, Thai curry paste, broth, and salt and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir to evenly distribute. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or high for 3-4 hours. 
3. Pour the soup into a blender in batches and blend until smooth, or use an immersion blender to blend in the pot or slow cooker. Before serving, remove the soup from the heat or turn off the slow cooker and mix in the coconut milk (saving a few tablespoons to garnish) and lime juice (if using). Mix well. Season with additional salt and pepper, if desired, and add sriracha to taste for extra spice, if using. Pour into bowls and drizzle the remaining coconut milk on top. Swirl the coconut milk with a spoon. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and chopped peanuts. Serve warm with naan bread.

Recipe From : Host The Toast