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One-Pot Creamy Vegan Indian Pumpkin Curry

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Make this easy, creamy vegan Indian pumpkin curry using pumpkin puree for a comforting, flavorful weeknight dinner that comes together in one pot.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree
  • 1 (13.5-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 cup chopped vegetables (like spinach or cauliflower florets)
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional, balances acidity)
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Cooked rice or naan, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat the coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pot. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Cook the spices for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  4. Pour in the pumpkin puree, coconut milk, and vegetable broth. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add the chopped vegetables, salt, and sugar (if using).
  6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the curry simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded. Stir occasionally.
  7. Taste the curry and adjust salt or spice levels as needed.
  8. Serve the creamy pumpkin curry hot over cooked rice or with warm naan bread. Garnish generously with fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, roast the pumpkin pieces instead of using puree, though this adds prep time.
  • If you prefer a Thai pumpkin curry, substitute the Indian spices with 2 tablespoons of red curry paste and use lime juice instead of sugar.
  • This recipe is excellent for meal prep; the flavors deepen overnight.

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