Spice Up Your Dinner Routine with Sweet and Spicy Pumpkin Curry

Exploring Unique Flavors: Sweet and Spicy Pumpkin Curry

Today, I’m excited to share a new recipe that combines the rich flavors of pumpkin with a delightful blend of sweet and spicy elements. This dish is perfect for adding a touch of creativity to your weeknight dinner routine or impressing guests at a dinner party.

Ingredients:

• diced pumpkin
• coconut milk
• red chili, chopped
• cinnamon stick
• brown sugar
• lemongrass stalk, bruised
• cashew nuts
• kaffir lime leaves
• cloves
• onion, diced
• garlic, minced
• turmeric
• cumin
• coriander
• fish sauce
• vegetable oil

Kitchen Tools:

• chef’s knife
• cutting board
• large pot
• wooden spoon
• measuring cups
• measuring spoons

Start by heating vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant. Next, add diced pumpkin, red chili, cinnamon stick, and lemongrass stalk. Stir in turmeric, cumin, and coriander for a minute to toast the spices. Pour in coconut milk, brown sugar, fish sauce, and enough water to cover the pumpkin. Bring the curry to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender.

In the meantime, toast cashew nuts in a separate pan until golden brown. Once the pumpkin is cooked, remove the lemongrass stalk and cinnamon stick. Stir in kaffir lime leaves, cloves, and the toasted cashew nuts. Adjust the seasoning to your taste with more sugar, fish sauce, or chili.

Serve the sweet and spicy pumpkin curry hot over steamed rice or with warm naan bread. The combination of creamy coconut milk, tender pumpkin, and a burst of flavors from the spices is a true culinary experience.

Approximate total weight: 1200g
Approximate number of servings: 4
Average weight of one serving: 300g
Approximate calorie count per serving: 350 calories

Tip: For an extra kick of heat, add a sprinkle of chili flakes or fresh chopped chili before serving.

I hope you enjoy trying out this unique Sweet and Spicy Pumpkin Curry recipe and feel inspired to put your own spin on it. Happy cooking!