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Pumpkin Thai Curry

Quick and Creamy Pumpkin Thai Curry for Cozy Dinners

This Pumpkin Thai Curry brings cozy comfort with creamy coconut and spicy red curry paste, perfect for a quick dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dishes
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Curry Base
  • 1 pound Pork Can substitute with chicken or tofu.
  • 2 cups Pumpkin Kabocha or butternut squash can be used.
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Light coconut milk can be used for a lighter version.
  • 1 cup Water Chicken broth can be used for more flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Curry Paste
For the Flavor Kick
  • 1 piece Chili Pepper Adjust quantity based on spice preference.
  • 2 pieces Kaffir Lime Leaves Dried leaves can be used if fresh aren’t available.
  • 1 cup Sweet Basil Regular basil can be used if necessary.
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce Soy sauce is a vegetarian alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Palm Sugar Brown sugar can be used in its place.

Equipment

  • Wok or Pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat ½ cup of coconut milk in a large wok or pot over medium heat, stirring frequently until bubbling, about 2–3 minutes.
  2. Add the red curry paste and fish sauce, stirring until fully combined and fragrant, about 1–2 minutes.
  3. Pour in the remaining coconut milk and 1 cup of water. Mix well and add pumpkin chunks. Simmer for 10–15 minutes until tender.
  4. Introduce thinly sliced pork and torn kaffir lime leaves, simmering for another 5–7 minutes until pork is cooked through.
  5. Taste and add palm sugar to adjust sweetness, stirring until dissolved, about 1 minute.
  6. Toss in torn sweet basil and sliced chili pepper, stirring for another 1–2 minutes.
  7. Serve immediately with jasmine rice or warm Thai flatbread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Cut pumpkin into uniform chunks for even cooking. Taste before adding palm sugar for optimal sweetness balance. Use fresh ingredients for the best aroma and flavor.

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