Arafura Pumpkin ‘Curry’

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 3
A delicious Arafura Pumpkin Curry recipe with aromatic spices
in Curry

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

500 g pumpkin , cubed
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1/3 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/3 teaspoon paprika
1/3 teaspoon cinnamon
1 onion , chopped
2 stalks lemongrass , cut into pieces big enough to find and fish out at the end
1 cube vegetarian chicken flavored broth mix , eg massel
1 cup water
60 g dry coconut powder
1/2 red capsicum , chopped into pieces
1/2 zucchini , small and chopped into small pieces

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
160
Sugar
6g
Fat
11g
This Arafura pumpkin curry is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cozy winter dinner. Arafura pumpkin is a type of pumpkin that is grown in the Northern Territory of Australia and has a slightly sweet and nutty flavor that is perfect for curries. The aromatic blend of spices in this recipe gives the curry a warm and comforting flavor that is sure to please.

Instructions

1.Heat 1 tablespoon of grapeseed oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2.Add the pumpkin to the pan and fry, stirring occasionally, for 5-10 minutes until it is lightly browned.
3.Remove the pumpkin from the pan and set aside.
4.Add the remaining tablespoon of grapeseed oil to the same pan.
5.Add the cumin, coriander, turmeric, mustard seeds, paprika, and cinnamon to the pan, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
6.Add the chopped onion and lemongrass to the pan, and fry for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
7.Add the vegetarian chicken flavored broth mix and 1 cup of water to the pan.
8.Stir well and bring to a boil.
9.Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
10.Add the dry coconut powder, chopped capsicum, zucchini, and pumpkin to the pan.
11.Simmer for a further 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are cooked to your liking.

PROS

This Arafura pumpkin curry is packed with nutrients, thanks to the high vitamin and mineral content in pumpkin.

The aromatic spices used in this recipe have been linked to supporting digestive health and reducing inflammation.

This recipe is vegan-friendly.

CONS

This recipe can be quite spicy, so adjust the amount of spices used according to your taste.

Be careful not to overcook the vegetables, as this can make them mushy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pumpkin is an excellent source of vitamin A and potassium, which can help keep your immune system healthy and support healthy blood pressure levels.
The spices used in this recipe, such as turmeric, cumin, and coriander, have been linked to anti-inflammatory properties.

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