Day 16 - Cookbook: Bowl Food - GONE!

I think yesterday was just too cold - so nobody was into Freecycle. But, today I got an e-mail and it is gone!!! Here's another recipe.........

Spicy Squash and Coconut Soup
1 small fresh red Chili, seeded and chopped
1 Lemongrass stalk, white part only, sliced
1 teaspoon ground Cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh Ginger, chopped
2 cups Vegetable Stock
2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
1 Onion, finely chopped
1.75 lbs squash flesh, cubed (see note)
1.5 cups coconut milk
3 tablespoons fresh Cilantro, chopped (extra for garnish)
2 teaspoons Brown Sugar

Process the chili, lemongrass, ground cilantro and 2 tablespoons vegetable stock in food processor to form a smooth paste.

Heat oil in large saucepan. Add onion and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add spice paste and cook, stirring for 1 minute.

Add the squash and remaining vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to simmer, covered for 15-20 minutes or until squash is tender. Cool slightly, then process in a food processor until smooth. Return to the cleaned saucepan, stir in coconut milk, cilantro and brown sugar and simmer until hot. Garnish with extra cilantro.
Note: You will need to buy 3 lbs of squash to yield 1.75 lbs of flesh.