Low Carb Pumpkin Curry
Warm, comforting, and packed with flavor, this Low Carb Pumpkin Curry is the perfect wholesome dish to elevate your weeknight dinner routine. Featuring tender chunks of pumpkin simmered in a rich and creamy coconut milk base, this recipe is spiced with aromatic red curry paste and enlivened by the bright freshness of lime juice and cilantro. Nutrient-rich ingredients like baby spinach and a touch of ginger make this curry as healthy as it is delicious, while keeping carbs to a minimum. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an easy, one-pan dish that provides a satisfying, vegan-friendly meal for four. Whether served on its own, over cauliflower rice, or paired with a simple side salad, this curry is an irresistible blend of hearty comfort and bold flavors.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams pumpkin, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons red curry paste
- 400 ml coconut milk, full-fat
- 200 ml vegetable broth
- 100 grams baby spinach
- 1 lime lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Heat the coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the red curry paste and sauté for another minute, stirring continuously.
Step 5
Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, stirring to combine with the curry paste.
Step 6
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Step 7
Add the cubed pumpkin pieces to the pan, stirring to coat with the curry sauce.
Step 8
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender.
Step 9
Stir in the baby spinach until wilted, around 2-3 minutes.
Step 10
Add lime juice, salt, and black pepper, stirring well.
Step 11
Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1473.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1523.3 |
| Total Fat 127.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 108.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3882.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 99.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 36.9g | |
| Protein 22.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 371.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 23.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3551.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories