Curry Pumpkin And Bodi Bonanza

This Curry Pumpkin and Bodi Bonanza recipe is a delightful Trinidad and Tobago dish that brings together the rich flavors of curry, pumpkin, and bodi (yardlong beans). It's a hearty and nutritious meal that is perfect for vegetarians and anyone looking for a delicious and filling dish.

Curry Pumpkin And Bodi Bonanza

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cubed pumpkin
  • 1 cup chopped bodi (yardlong beans)
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  2. Add the curry powder and turmeric to the pot, and stir for about 1 minute to toast the spices.
  3. Add the cubed pumpkin and chopped bodi to the pot, and stir to coat them with the spices.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, and season with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the pumpkin and bodi are tender.
  5. Once the vegetables are cooked, adjust the seasoning if needed, and serve the curry pumpkin and bodi hot with rice or roti.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
10g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Large pot Chopping board Knife Measuring cups and spoons Stirring spoon

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the curry pumpkin and bodi with steamed rice or warm roti for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, you can garnish the dish with fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime juice before serving.

Cost

$10