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Pumpkin Curry with Chickpea

Savory Pumpkin Curry with Chickpeas for Comforting Nights

This Pumpkin Curry with Chickpeas is a comforting, nutritious delight, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: comfort food, Healthy Dinner, One-Pan Recipe, Pumpkin Curry with Chickpea, vegan, Vegetarian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 400kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet

Ingredients

For the Base

  • 2 tablespoons Coconut oil Essential for sautéing
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly grated

For the Curry

  • 2.5 cups Pumpkin Chopped
  • 2.5 tablespoons Red curry paste
  • 1 can Coconut milk Full-fat
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable stock

For Extra Texture and Flavor

  • 2 cups Broccoli Chopped into small florets
  • 1 cup Chickpeas Canned
  • 0.5 cup Cashews Unsalted

For Finishing Touches

  • 1 tablespoon Lime juice
  • 0.25 cup Cilantro Chopped

Instructions

Cooking Steps

  • Heat the Coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
  • Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until translucent.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute.
  • Add the chopped pumpkin and red curry paste, stirring for 4-5 minutes until pumpkin softens slightly.
  • Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable stock, stirring well, and bring to a gentle simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the broccoli florets and chickpeas, cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes until broccoli is tender.
  • Stir in the cashews, lime juice, and cilantro, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  • Serve over jasmine or coconut rice, garnishing with additional cashews and cilantro.

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and adjust the spice level to your preference.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 15mg