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Creamy pumpkin curry served with fresh cilantro
Nutritious and delicious pumpkin curry with fresh cilantro

Creamy Pumpkin Curry with Coconut Milk

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Main Courses
Curry isn't a single spice, but a harmonious blend. In this recipe, the sweetness of pumpkin meets earthy turmeric, spicy ginger, and soft coconut milk. The result is a sunny, warming stew that heats you from the inside on cold days. Fresh cilantro isn't just garnish: its citrusy flavor brightens the heavy spices.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 25 mins
⌛ Total Time 40 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 340 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Indian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large pot or wok
  • Cutting board

Allergen Information

⚠️ Tree Nuts (Coconut)

Instructions

1 ✓

Cut the pumpkin into 1-inch cubes. Finely chop the onion, grate the garlic and ginger.

Tip: Cut pumpkin into uniform cubes so they soften at the same time.
2 ✓

Sauté the onion in oil until translucent.

3 ✓

Add the garlic, ginger, turmeric, garam masala, ground coriander, and chili. Sauté while stirring for 1 minute.

Tip: Spice essential oils release best in hot fat (blooming).
4 ✓

Stir in the tomato paste, cook for another 30 seconds, then toss in the pumpkin cubes and coat well.

Tip: Tomato paste's mild acidity adds depth to the dish.
5 ✓

Pour in the coconut milk, add salt, and simmer covered over medium heat for 15-20 minutes until the pumpkin is tender (but holding its shape).

6 ✓

Sprinkle generously with fresh cilantro before serving. Best served with rice or naan bread.

Recipe FAQ

The sauce is too thin, what should I do?
Remove the lid and boil on high heat for a few minutes to evaporate water. Or, mash a few cooked pumpkin cubes into the sauce; this naturally thickens it with starch.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Pumpkin or Butternut Squash, peeled/cubed
  • 13.5 oz Coconut Milk (1 can)
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • 1 tsp Garam Masala
  • 1 tsp Ground Coriander
  • 0.5 tsp Red Chili Flakes
  • 2 tbsp Oil
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro
  • 1 tsp Salt