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Savory Pumpkin Coconut Curry

A close-up of a bowl of vibrant Pumpkin Curry, filled with tender pumpkin chunks and garnished with fresh cilantro.
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A warming and hearty vegetarian curry featuring tender pumpkin in a rich coconut milk broth, infused with aromatic spices. This dish offers a delightful twist on traditional pumpkin recipes, bringing global flavors to your table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 medium pumpkin or butternut squash (about 2 pounds), peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
  • Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Stir in curry powder, cumin, turmeric, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until spices are fragrant.
  4. Pour in coconut milk and vegetable broth. Add diced tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
  5. Add the cubed pumpkin or squash to the pot. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender when pierced with a fork. Stir occasionally.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Serve hot over cooked rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • For a smoother curry, you can blend half of the cooked pumpkin with some of the broth before adding it back to the pot.
  • If you don’t have fresh pumpkin or squash, you can use canned pumpkin puree, but reduce the cooking time significantly. Add it in the last 5-10 minutes of simmering.
  • This curry pairs well with a side of naan bread or roti.

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