Description
A comforting and aromatic vegetarian curry featuring tender chunks of pumpkin simmered in a rich masala sauce. This simple, flavorful dish is perfect for an autumn weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups (500 g) small unripe pumpkin,peeled and cubed
- 1 cup (120 g) onions,chopped
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) crushed ginger
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) crushed garlic
- 1 jalapeño or green chili,chopped
- 2 large tomatoes (250 g),pureed
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) garam masala
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) red chili powder (or cayenne)
- 2 cups (480 ml) water
- Salt,to taste
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) oil (neutral or light vegetable oil)
Instructions
- In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until slightly golden. Stir in the crushed ginger and garlic, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Lower the heat. Add the ground coriander, cumin, garam masala, turmeric, and chili powder. Stir constantly for about 2 minutes to toast the spices and release their aroma.
- Add the chopped jalapeño or green chili and the tomato puree. Stir and cook on medium heat until the oil begins to separate from the mixture (about 8 minutes).
- Add the pumpkin cubes and stir until coated in the masala. Season with salt, then pour in the water. Mix well, cover, and simmer for 10–15 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender but not falling apart.
- Taste and adjust salt if needed. Serve hot with rice, roti, or paratha. A spoon of yogurt or a sprinkle of cilantro brightens the flavors even more.
Notes
- Use unripe pumpkin for the best texture in this recipe, ensuring it is peeled and cubed uniformly for even cooking.
- Toast the ground spices (coriander, cumin, garam masala, turmeric, and chili powder) for about 2 minutes to intensify their aroma before adding the tomato puree.
- Simmer the curry for 10–15 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender but still holds its shape and is not falling apart.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 9
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 0g