Cozy Fall Recipe: Pumpkin Curry with Spiced Lentils

My Unique Fall Recipe: Pumpkin Curry with Spiced Lentils

Today, I’m excited to share a cozy and comforting recipe that’s perfect for the fall season. This Pumpkin Curry with Spiced Lentils is a flavorful dish that combines the earthy sweetness of pumpkin with the warm spices of curry and lentils. It’s a hearty and satisfying meal that will warm you up from the inside out on a chilly autumn evening.

Ingredients:

• 1 small pumpkin (about 500g, diced)
• 1 cup of red lentils (200g)
• 1 can of coconut milk (400ml)
• 1 onion (150g, chopped)
• 3 cloves of garlic (10g, minced)
• 1-inch piece of ginger (15g, grated)
• 2 tablespoons of curry powder
• 1 teaspoon of cumin
• 1 teaspoon of ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
• 2 cups of vegetable broth (500ml)
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Kitchen Tools:

• chef’s knife
• cutting board
• large pot
• wooden spoon

To start, heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger, and sauté until the onion is soft and translucent. Stir in the curry powder, cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper, and cook for another minute until the spices are fragrant.

Add the diced pumpkin, red lentils, coconut milk, and vegetable broth to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender and the lentils are cooked through.

Once the pumpkin curry is ready, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve hot with a side of basmati rice or naan bread for a complete meal.

This Pumpkin Curry with Spiced Lentils recipe makes approximately 4 servings. Each serving is around 400 grams in weight. One serving of this dish is approximately 350 calories.

Tip:

To add an extra layer of flavor to this dish, try garnishing each bowl of pumpkin curry with a dollop of coconut yogurt and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro before serving. The creamy tang of the yogurt and the bright, herbaceous notes of the cilantro will elevate the flavors and textures of the dish.

I hope you give this Pumpkin Curry with Spiced Lentils recipe a try and enjoy it as much as I do. Feel free to customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices to make it your own. Happy cooking!