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Burmese Pumpkin Curry (Hnget Tha Ti)

A creamy and mildly sweet Burmese pumpkin curry featuring coconut milk and warming spices. A comforting and dairy-free lunch option, suitable for vegetarians.

15m prep + 35m cook4 servings
DAIRY-free
320 cal|5g protein|40g carbs|18g fat|6g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Pumpkin
  • 1 can Coconut milk
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 inch Ginger
  • 0.5 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 0.25 tsp Cumin powder
  • 0.25 tsp Coriander powder
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp Brown sugar
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 cup Water
  • 0.25 cup Cilantro

Instructions

  1. 1Peel, seed, and cube the pumpkin.
  2. 2Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  3. 3Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4Add minced garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute more.
  5. 5Stir in turmeric powder, cumin powder, and coriander powder.
  6. 6Add the pumpkin cubes and cook for 5 minutes.
  7. 7Pour in the coconut milk and water. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender.
  8. 8Stir in brown sugar and salt to taste.
  9. 9Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with rice.

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