Description
This comforting Pumpkin Curry combines creamy coconut milk, fragrant curry spices, and hearty pumpkin puree to create a flavorful, wholesome dish. With tender tofu and optional vegetables, it’s a satisfying one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights, ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon of canola or vegetable oil
- ½ cup of diced red, white, or yellow onion (about 1 small onion)
- 2 cups of water and 1 vegetable bouillon cube, or 2 cups of vegetable broth
- 1 (13.5-ounce) can of full-fat coconut milk
- 1 (15-ounce) can of pumpkin puree
- 2 teaspoons of ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons of curry powder
- 1 (14-ounce) block of extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- Your choice of veggies (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil: In a large pot over medium-high heat, heat the canola or vegetable oil until shimmering.
- Sauté the onions: Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté for about 3 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and tender, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Add liquids and spices: Pour in the water and add the vegetable bouillon cube (or use vegetable broth instead). Then add the full-fat coconut milk, pumpkin puree, ground cumin, and curry powder. Stir well to combine all the ingredients evenly.
- Add tofu and veggies: Gently fold in the cubed extra-firm tofu and any optional vegetables you’d like to include, ensuring everything is coated with the curry mixture.
- Simmer the curry: Reduce the heat to low and let the curry simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to meld the flavors and warm the tofu and vegetables.
- Finish and season: Remove the pot from the heat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well before serving.
Notes
- This pumpkin curry is super comforting and uses just one pot, making cleanup a breeze.
- Ready in 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights when you want a nutritious, delicious meal fast.
- The recipe can be customized with your favorite vegetables for added nutrition and texture.
- Pressing the tofu before cubing helps it absorb more flavor and improves the texture.
- For a spicier kick, consider adding some chili flakes or fresh ginger while sautéing the onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 332 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 83 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.02 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
