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    Curried Butternut Soup

    Silky roasted butternut blended with coconut milk and a gentle curry warmth — the golden soup that warms South African winters.

    ⏱ 15 minPrep time
    🔥 35 minCook time
    🍽 6Servings
    🏷 SoupCategory
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    When winter settles over the Highveld, South African kitchens turn to butternut soup, and this curried version is the one that shows up at dinner tables across the country. Roasting the squash first brings out its natural sweetness, while curry powder and ginger give the soup a gentle warmth that lingers. It is elegant enough for guests and cozy enough for a quiet night in.

    Silky, golden, and gently spiced

    Roasted butternut blends into a velvety, almost creamy puree with the help of coconut milk, its sweetness balanced by a soft curry warmth and a hint of ginger. A swirl of cream and a shower of fresh coriander on top make it look as good as it tastes. Serve it with crusty bread for a bowl of pure comfort.

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    Step by stepInstructions

    1. Toss the cubed butternut with the oil, half the salt, and a pinch of pepper, and spread on a baking sheet.
    2. Roast at 400 F for 25 to 30 minutes, until tender and caramelized at the edges.
    3. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large pot and cook the onion until soft, about 6 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger, and curry powder and stir 1 minute.
    4. Add the roasted butternut, stock, remaining salt, and pepper, and simmer for 10 minutes.
    5. Puree the soup with an immersion blender until completely smooth.
    6. Stir in the coconut milk and warm through gently; do not boil.
    7. Ladle into bowls and finish with a swirl of cream and a scatter of cilantro.

    💡 Chef tips & storage

    Roast the butternut until it is caramelized at the edges — that sweetness is the heart of the soup. Blend in batches and leave the lid slightly ajar to let steam escape.

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    Recipe details

    Prep15 min
    Cook35 min
    Servings6
    CategorySoup
    PublishedAugust 17, 2026
    Emily — the cook behind My Comfort Recipes

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