Curried Kabocha Squash Soup

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 large shallots, finely chopped
• 2 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• kosher salt
• one kabocha squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 3/4 inch cubes
• 1 tablespoon hot curry powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1 quart chicken stock or broth
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce