Curried Cauliflower Soup

Ingredients (14)

• 1 large head of cauliflower, broken into small florets, stems chopped
• Up to 4 tablespoons melted coconut oil or olive oil, divided
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 to 3 tablespoons Thai red curry paste* (depending on preferred spice level, I love spicy so I'd use 3!)
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1/2 cup unoaked white wine (like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)**
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth or stock
• 1 can (14 ounces) light coconut milk
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1 to 3 teaspoons rice vinegar
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions or chives
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
• Thinly sliced jalapeño, Serrano or birds-eye peppers (optional, not shown)