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Creamy Indian Pumpkin Curry

Creamy Indian Pumpkin Curry That Warms Your Soul

This Creamy Indian Pumpkin Curry is a comforting dish that transforms simple ingredients into a delicious masterpiece.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Curry
  • 1 can canned pumpkin use pure canned pumpkin for best flavor
  • 1 can coconut milk substitute with almond milk for a lighter option
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 thumb-sized piece fresh ginger freshly grated is best
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 cup vegetable broth can substitute with chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped for garnish
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 can chickpeas canned or cooked
  • 2 handfuls spinach add at the end for slight wilting

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Chop one onion, two cloves of garlic, and a thumb-sized piece of fresh ginger. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions first, cooking for about 5 minutes until golden and soft.
  2. Stir in the garlic and ginger, sautéing for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of curry powder and 1 teaspoon of turmeric to the pot. Stir well to combine with the aromatics and let the spices bloom for about 1 minute.
  4. Pour in one can (15 oz) of pure canned pumpkin, stirring to combine with the spiced onion mixture. Cook for approximately 2-3 minutes.
  5. Slowly pour in one can (13.5 oz) of coconut milk and 1 cup of vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat for about 10 minutes.
  6. If using, stir in one can of drained chickpeas and a couple of handfuls of fresh spinach. Cook for another 5 minutes until spinach wilts.
  7. Taste and adjust spices as needed. Serve in bowls garnished with fresh chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze in portioned airtight containers for up to 3 months.

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