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Thai Pumpkin Curry

Hearty Thai Pumpkin Curry That's Quick and Comforting

Experience the creamy richness of Thai Pumpkin Curry, a quick and comforting dish bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Curry Base
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Milk opt for light for lower calories
  • 1 cup Water adjust for desired sauce thickness
  • 2 tablespoons Red Curry Paste use homemade or Mae Ploy for authenticity
  • 1 pound Pork can substitute with chicken or tofu
  • 2 cups Pumpkin peeled and cut into bite-sized chunks
For Flavoring
  • 1 piece Chili Pepper adjust to taste preference
  • 4 leaves Kaffir Lime Leaves substitute with lime zest or lemon leaves if unavailable
  • 1 cup Sweet Basil can swap with Thai basil for authenticity
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce substitute with soy sauce for vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon Palm Sugar brown sugar can be used as a substitute

Equipment

  • wok or large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1/2 cup of coconut milk over medium heat until bubbling and thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Add red curry paste and fish sauce; stir for 1-2 minutes until fully combined and fragrant.
  3. Incorporate remaining coconut milk and 1 cup of water, stir, and bring to a simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Introduce pumpkin chunks to the mixture and let simmer on low for 10-15 minutes until tender.
  5. Stir in pork and kaffir lime leaves, increase heat to medium, and simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes.
  6. Adjust sweetness with palm sugar and add sweet basil and chili peppers, simmer for another minute.
  7. Serve hot with jasmine rice or roti.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure coconut milk bubbles before adding curry paste for enhanced flavor extraction. Adjust spice level to taste, and use fresh ingredients for best flavor.

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