Description
This Pumpkin Curry with Coconut Milk and Veggies is a quick, comforting, and vibrant dish featuring creamy coconut milk, sweet pumpkin, and a mix of fresh vegetables. Perfect for a cozy weeknight or entertaining friends, it combines rich flavors, wholesome ingredients, and a silky texture in under 30 minutes. Vegan, gluten-free, and easily customizable, it’s a nourishing meal that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 500g Pumpkin, peeled and diced into bite-size cubes
- 1 can (400ml) Coconut milk
- 1 cup Mixed vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, green beans), chopped
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Olive oil or coconut oil
- 1 tsp Curry powder
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp Cumin powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Peel and dice the pumpkin into bite-size cubes. Chop mixed vegetables into similar-sized pieces for even cooking. Mince garlic and grate fresh ginger for easy layering of flavors.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant, creating a flavorful base.
- Add Spices and Tomato Paste: Sprinkle curry powder, turmeric, and cumin into the pan. Stir well to gently toast the spices. Mix in the tomato paste, coating the aromatics to deepen the flavor.
- Incorporate Pumpkin and Vegetables: Add pumpkin cubes and mixed vegetables. Stir to combine spices with the veggies, allowing the pumpkin to begin softening and building the curry’s hearty texture.
- Pour in Coconut Milk and Simmer: Add the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until the pumpkin and vegetables are tender and infused with curry flavors.
- Season and Garnish: Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Finish by stirring in freshly chopped cilantro. Serve warm with your choice of side.
Notes
- Use fresh spices for a more vibrant and comprehensive flavor than pre-blended mixes.
- Don’t overcook the pumpkin to keep it tender yet intact and avoid a mushy texture.
- Layer spices at different stages to build more depth in the curry.
- Adjust curry consistency by adding vegetable broth or water during simmering if desired.
- Let the curry rest for 10 minutes off heat before serving to allow flavors to meld beautifully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Fusion / Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg