In thailand, pumpkin and coconut milk are commonly paired up to make a variety of both savory and sweet entres. In this recipe, the two come together beautifully in a lightly-curried soup that tastes as delicious as those you may have tried at your favorite thai restaurant. A variety of protein sources can be used with this soup, including tofu, deep-fried tofu, shrimp, or chickpeas. It makes a perfect meal on a chilly night but is also wonderful to serve as an appetizer for a dinner party. Try not to be intimidated by the ingredient list. There are good substitutions for a number of the specialty ingredients.