Pumpkin Curry Recipe
Overview:
🎃 Pumpkin Curry is a delightful dish that blends the sweetness of pumpkin with the aromatic spices of Indian cuisine. This recipe offers a perfect balance of flavors, combining creamy coconut milk with earthy mushrooms and onions, all infused with a kick of spice.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Servings: NaN (Varies based on portion size)
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/2 | Pumpkin |
| 1 | Onion |
| 6 | Button Mushrooms |
| 2 | Green Chilies |
| 2 | Red Chilies |
| 5 cloves | Garlic |
| 300 ml | Coconut Milk |
| 1 cup | Water |
| 1 tsp | Turmeric |
| 1 tbsp | Curry Powder |
| 1 tsp | Ginger |
| As needed | Butter |
| To taste | Salt |
Instructions:
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Prepare Coconut Mixture: In a bowl, mix together the chopped chilies, minced garlic, grated ginger, turmeric, curry powder, water, and coconut milk until well combined.
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Sauté Vegetables: Heat a large frying pan over medium heat and add a knob of butter. Once the butter melts, add the pumpkin cubes, sliced onions, and sliced mushrooms to the pan. Sauté for a few minutes until the onions begin to soften.
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Simmer: Pour the prepared coconut mixture over the sautéed vegetables in the pan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently. Cook until the pumpkin becomes tender but still holds its shape, ensuring not to overcook.
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Adjust Consistency: If the curry becomes too thick or dry during cooking, add water gradually, about 1/2 cup at a time, to maintain the desired consistency.
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Season and Serve: Once the pumpkin is cooked and the sauce has thickened, remove the pan from the heat. Allow the curry to rest for a couple of minutes, then season with salt to taste.
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Serve: Serve the pumpkin curry hot over steamed white rice. Accompany with crispy pappadums and tangy lime pickle for a burst of flavor. Optionally, sprinkle some raisins over the curry or serve them on the side to balance the heat.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 479.1
- Fat: 33.5g
- Saturated Fat: 29.1g
- Cholesterol: 0g
- Sodium: 40.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 46.4g
- Fiber: 5.3g
- Sugar: 13.2g
- Protein: 10.7g
Recipe Notes:
- Adjust the amount of chilies according to your spice preference.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition and flavor.
- For a richer curry, substitute coconut cream for coconut milk.
- This curry can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving, allowing the flavors to meld even more. Just ensure not to overcook the pumpkin initially if planning to reheat later.
- Experiment with different types of pumpkin or squash varieties for unique flavor profiles.
🍴 Enjoy your homemade Pumpkin Curry, a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion!
