- Heat pan. Add 1 tbsp Olive Oil, Onions and Garlic 
- Cook on a low flame until caramelized and crisp 
- Transfer to a bowl and set aside to use later 
- Add 1 tbsp Olive Oil to a heavy bottom skillet and add the Pumpkin cubes  
- Cook on a low flame for 15-20 minutes until the Pumpkin is soft from inside and caramelized from outside  
- Now add salt, turmeric, vegetable stock, bay leaves and the browned onions and garlic to the caramelized Pumpkin  
- Cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes on low heat 
- Remove from the stove, let it cool. Remove the bay leaves, transfer the Soup to the food processor and blend to a fine consistency  
- Transfer the Sou  back to the pot and simmer the for 5-6 minutes 
- Add coconut cream, mix well and simmer for couple more minutes  
- Transfer to serving bowls, top with the caramelized onions, pumpkin seeds, a dash of coconut milk, cracked black  pepper and cilantro sprigs.  
- Enjoy