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    Home » Recipes » Hearty Soups

    Curried Butternut Squash Soup

    Published: Aug 16, 2022 by Shilpa · This post may contain affiliate links · 7 Comments

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    5 from 47 votes
    Hearty, flavorful, and delicious curried butternut squash soup is perfect for a cold fall night. Made with warm and healing spices, this soup is light on the stomach and it comes together in less than 30 minutes. Instant Pot and stovetop instructions included.
    curried butternut squash soup.

    Curried butternut squash soup step-by-step recipe with video and photos.

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    • About this recipe
    • Ingredients
    • How to make butternut squash soup in Instant Pot
    • Stovetop Instructions
    • Useful tips
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    About this recipe

    Hearty, flavorful, and delicious butternut squash soup is perfect for a cold chilly night. This squash soup recipe uses warming and healing spices and is so healthy and nourishing. It is light on the stomach and oh-so-easy to make.

    Serve piping hot curried soup with naan or any crusty sourdough bread for a perfect fall dinner. This creamy butternut squash curried soup is light on the stomach and it comes together in less than 30 minutes.

    Making this soup in the Instant Pot is a breeze - just saute, pressure cook, and blend. I am also including stovetop instructions to make it.

    The spices I use to make it are loaded with health benefits. Garam masala, which is a blend of several spices, is known to provide warmth to the body, aid digestion, and provide strong antioxidants. Ground coriander (or coriander powder) is known for its properties to reduce inflammation. Turmeric helps fight the cold, cough, flu, and viral infections.

    Read on for ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and useful tips to make this hearty, creamy, and delicious curry butternut squash soup. Check out this collection for more Indian soup recipes.

    curried butternut squash soup.

    Ingredients

    curried butternut squash soup ingredients with labels.

    Butternut squash: Wash, peel, and cut them into cubes.

    Onion, ginger, and garlic: They form the base and add lots of flavor to the soup.

    Coconut oil: I like to use coconut oil to make this soup. However, any regular cooking oil can be used.

    Spices: I use ground turmeric, ground coriander, garam masala, and chili powder.

    Vegetable stock: This can be substituted with chicken stock or just water.

    Coconut milk: This adds richness and a creamy texture to the soup.

    Garnish: I make curry leaves tempered in oil to garnish the soup. I also top the soup with roasted pumpkin seeds. They are optional and can be skipped.

    How to make butternut squash soup in Instant Pot

    Heat coconut oil. Add onion, ginger, and garlic. Saute for 4-5 minutes (steps 1,2).

    Add the butternut squash cubes, spices (ground coriander, garam masala, ground turmeric, and chili powder), and salt. Mix well and saute for 2-3 minutes (step 3).

    Add the vegetable stock. Mix well and deglaze the pot (step 4).

    saute onions and add squash.

    Secure the IP lid and set the Instant Pot to pressure cook mode for 6 minutes (step 5).

    Once the Instant Pot beeps, do a quick release of the pressure. Open the lid and blend the soup using an immersion blender (step 6).

    Set the Instant Pot on saute mode and stir in the coconut milk. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes (steps 7,8).

    pressure cook and blend.

    Dry roast the pumpkin seeds until they are crispy. Set them aside (step 9).

    In a small pan, heat one teaspoon of oil and add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add the curry leaves. Saute for 10 seconds and turn off the heat (step 10).

    make the garnish.

    Cancel the saute mode and add the prepared curry leaves oil. Mix well (steps 11,12).

    finish and serve.

    Stovetop Instructions

    To make this soup on a stovetop:
    - Heat coconut oil in a thick bottom pan.
    - Add onion, ginger, and garlic. Saute on medium heat until the onions begin to brown.
    - Add the butternut squash cubes, spices (ground coriander, garam masala, ground turmeric, and chili powder), and salt.
    - Add two cups of stock and one cup of water. Mix well.
    - Bring it to a boil. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes (until the squash is fully cooked).
    - Turn off the heat and blend the soup using an immersion blender.
    - Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes.
    - Make the garnish (see steps above). Top them on the soup and serve warm.

    curried butternut squash soup.

    Useful tips

    Butternut squash can be substituted with sugar pumpkin in this recipe.

    I am making a curry leaves oil garnish to add extra flavor to the soup. This is optional and can be skipped; although I highly recommend making the curry leaves oil.

    I am using coconut milk here. You can replace it with evaporated milk or use any dairy-free milk.

    You can use either store-bought or homemade coconut milk. Making coconut milk at home is very easy - grind ½ cup of freshly grated coconut with 1 to 1½ cups of lukewarm water. Pass it through a muslin cloth or nut milk bag.

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    1. Spinach soup.
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    4. Pumpkin soup with canned pumpkin.
    5. Cheesy broccoli cauliflower soup.
    6. Buttercup squash soup.
    curried butternut squash soup.

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    Serve this comforting soup with this delicious caprese flatbread for a wholesome meal.

    FAQs

    What to serve with butternut squash curry soup?

    This soup pairs very well with grilled cheese, roasted vegetables, and salad.

    How to store leftover soup?

    This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. It also freezes well and can be frozen for up to 3 months. To reheat, place the soup in a saucepan and simmer on low heat. You can adjust the consistency as needed when reheating.

    curried butternut squash soup.

    Bonus

    This curried butternut squash soup is:
    - creamy, delicious, and flavorful,
    - made with warm spices,
    - perfect for chilly weather.

    curried butternut squash soup.

    Recipe card

    curried butternut squash soup.

    Curried Butternut Squash Soup in Instant Pot

    Hearty, flavorful, and delicious curried butternut squash soup is perfect for a cold fall night. Made with warm and healing spices, this soup is light on the stomach and it comes together in less than 30 minutes. Instant Pot and stovetop instructions included.
    5 from 47 votes
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    Author: Shilpa
    Course: Soup
    Cuisine: Indian
    Servings: 6
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

    Ingredients

    • 2 lb butternut squash
    • 2 tablespoon coconut oil
    • 1 small onion chopped
    • 2-3 cloves garlic chopped
    • 1 small piece ginger chopped
    • 2 cups vegetable stock
    • 1 cup coconut milk
    • Salt to taste

    Spices:

    • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
    • 1 teaspoon garam masala
    • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
    • 1 teaspoon chili powder or cayenne (adjust according to taste)

    Garnish (optional):

    • 1 teaspoon oil
    • 1 sprig curry leaves
    • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
    • 2 tablespoon pumpkin seeds roasted

    Instructions

    Make the soup:

    • Peel the butternut squash and cut them into cubes.
    • Set the Instant Pot in saute mode and add oil.
    • Add onion, ginger, and garlic. Saute for 4-5 minutes.
    • Add the butternut squash cubes, spices (ground coriander, garam masala, ground turmeric, and chili powder), and salt. Mix well and saute for 2-3 minutes.
    • Add the vegetable stock. Mix well and deglaze the pot.
    • Secure the IP lid and set the Instant Pot to pressure cook mode for 6 minutes.
    • Once the Instant Pot beeps, do a quick release of the pressure.
    • Open the lid and blend the soup using an immersion blender.
    • Set the Instant Pot on saute mode and stir in the coconut milk. Adjust the consistency by adding some water if needed.
    • Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes.

    Make the garnish (optional):

    • Dry roast the pumpkin seeds until they are crispy. Set them aside.
    • In a small pan, heat one teaspoon of oil and add mustard seeds.
    • Once they splutter, add the curry leaves. Saute for 10 seconds and turn off the heat.

    Finish and serve:

    • Cancel the saute mode and turn off the Instant Pot.
    • Garnish with roasted pumpkin seeds and the prepared curry leaves oil.
    • Serve hot with crusty bread of your choice.

    Video

    Notes

    The curry leaves oil is an optional garnish and can be skipped.
    See the tips section above for useful tips to make this dish.
    Nutrition Facts
    Curried Butternut Squash Soup in Instant Pot
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    164
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    10
    g
    15
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    4
    g
    25
    %
    Trans Fat
     
    0.02
    g
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    2
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    4
    g
    Sodium
     
    325
    mg
    14
    %
    Potassium
     
    865
    mg
    25
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    19
    g
    6
    %
    Fiber
     
    2
    g
    8
    %
    Sugar
     
    8
    g
    9
    %
    Protein
     
    3
    g
    6
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    19587
    IU
    392
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    29
    mg
    35
    %
    Calcium
     
    66
    mg
    7
    %
    Iron
     
    3
    mg
    17
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    1. Holly says

      August 17, 2022 at 10:21 am

      5 stars
      Love this soup for fall!

    2. Andrea says

      August 17, 2022 at 10:27 pm

      5 stars
      this curried butternut squash soup is amazing! so so tasty!

    3. Angela says

      August 23, 2022 at 9:50 am

      5 stars
      I loved the spice mix and how creamy this soup was.

    4. Kate says

      August 23, 2022 at 11:25 am

      5 stars
      I made this for friends visiting and they loved it! So easy too. I will definitely be making this again. Thanks!

    5. Amanda says

      August 23, 2022 at 11:36 am

      5 stars
      This soup was so cozy! I'm starting to get excited for fall, so I decided to make some soup. I just loved the coconut milk and ginger together, and it had such a wonderfully creamy texture.

    6. Shruthi says

      August 23, 2022 at 12:34 pm

      5 stars
      This was a great way to incorporate nostalgic Indian flavors into a hearty and comforting soup. Thanks for a great recipe.

    7. Sarah says

      August 23, 2022 at 5:36 pm

      5 stars
      Mmmmm curry went so well with butternut squash!! Delish!

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