Pumpkin And Spinach Curry
Pumpkin and Spinach Curry is a delicious and comforting dish from Saint Helenian Cuisine that combines the sweetness of pumpkin with the earthy flavors of spinach and aromatic spices.
Ingredients
- 1 small pumpkin, peeled and diced
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and cook until they start to sizzle.
- Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Add the curry powder and turmeric. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add the diced pumpkin and stir to coat with the spices. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Pour in the coconut milk and bring the curry to a simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender.
- Add the spinach leaves and garam masala. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the pumpkin and spinach curry hot with steamed rice or naan bread.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Large pot Knife Cutting board Grater Measuring spoons Measuring cups Wooden spoon
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the pumpkin and spinach curry with a side of basmati rice and a dollop of yogurt for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra heat, add a chopped green chili or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the curry.
Cost
$10