Curry De Citrouille Et Noix De Coco (pumpkin And Coconut Curry)

Curry de Citrouille et Noix de Coco, or Pumpkin and Coconut Curry, is a traditional Comorian dish that combines the rich flavors of pumpkin and coconut with aromatic spices. This hearty and flavorful curry is perfect for a cozy dinner on a chilly evening.

Curry De Citrouille Et Noix De Coco (pumpkin And Coconut Curry)

Ingredients

  • 1 small pumpkin, peeled and diced
  • 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is soft and translucent.
  2. Add the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chili flakes to the pot. Stir well to coat the onion and garlic with the spices.
  3. Add the diced pumpkin to the pot and stir to combine with the spiced onion mixture.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk and stir to combine. Bring the curry to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 30-40 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender.
  5. Season the curry with salt to taste. Serve the curry hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
8g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Stirring spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Serving bowls Measuring spoons

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestion: Serve the Pumpkin and Coconut Curry with steamed rice or crusty bread for a satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

Tip: Adjust the amount of chili flakes to control the spiciness of the curry according to your preference.

Cost

$10