Kabocha squash red curry is a delicious and wholesome vegetarian dish that's packed with flavor. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. The kabocha squash provides a sweet and creamy base for the curry, while the red curry paste adds a spicy and aromatic kick. You can also add other vegetables to the curry, such as potatoes, carrots, or bell peppers. Serve the curry with rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
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CURRIED KABOCHA
Kabocha is my favorite squash/pumpkin. Serve this as a vegetarian main dish with rice or add some meat to it. It can also be a great side dish to replace your potatoes when eating red meat. Me and hubby like it, not really the kids.
Provided by Crystal Loman
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add kabocha and onion; cook and stir until tender and onion is translucent, about 10 minutes. Stir in coconut milk, fish sauce, ginger, and curry powder. Bring to a simmer; cook until flavors combine, about 5 minutes. Season with brown sugar and salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 160.7 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
KABOCHA SQUASH CURRY
This sweet and creamy curried kabocha squash makes a healthy, filling, simple plant-based meal.
Provided by Deryn Macey
Categories Curry
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Prepare the squash, vegetables, garlic and ginger so you're ready to go. To prepare the squash, cut it half from top to bottom, then cut each half into two chunks. Cut the chunks into wedges and then cut the skin off. Cut the wedges into half inch cubes (keep them on the smaller side for a quicker cooking time).
- Heat 1 tbsp oil, water or broth in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic and ginger and saute for 5-6 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- Add the carrot, bell pepper and red curry paste, stir well and cook for a few more minutes.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and bring to a low simmer. Cover and cook over low to medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the lid and cook for another 5-10 minutes until the squash is tender and the curry is starting to thicken.
- Serve over rice topped with fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts or toasted cashews.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/4 of recipe, Calories 184 calories, Sugar 11 g, Sodium 400 mg, Fat 9 g, Carbohydrate 25 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 3 g
KABOCHA MADRAS CURRY
This is my take on an Indian-style Madras curry, using Kabocha squash instead of meat. While I'm certainly no vegetarian, this dish contains no meat, and depending on your outlook, may suit your meat foibles.
Provided by kittycatonline.com
Categories Curries
Time 2h15m
Yield 4 bowls, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Clean Kabocha squash and carerfull cut in two. Scrape out and discard seeds and pulp.
- Use a vegetable peeler and peel the skin.
- Save the Kabocha skin and fry it up for a really great alternative to potato chips if you wish.
- Dice the squash into bite-sized cubes.
- Toss the cubed squash in a large bowl along with olive oil, salt, and a sprinkling of garam masala powder.
- Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spread squash cubes out on a baking sheet and bake for 1 hour. When done, remove from oven and set aside for later use.
- Dice one medium onion into medium-sized pieces.
- Finely grate one thumb of ginger, or be lazy and use 2 teaspoons of ginger powder.
- Finely dice up three cloves of garlic, or use minced garlic or even garlic powder if you wish.
- Carefully dice up at least two Thai chilies (the fiery small green ones) or more, according to how much of a whallop you want this curry to pack.
- Heat up a splash of olive oil in a wok or large pot, to a medium or so heat suitable for frying.
- Add in onions, ginger, chilies, and garlic.
- Keep stirring and allow to lightly brown, and add 1 tablespoon of Madras curry powder.
- Continue to stir so that the curry powder gets heated up, and add in the cooked Kabocha squash cubes.
- Keep stirring so the cubes get coated with the curry powder.
- Turn down the heat on the oven and fold in 16 ounces of plain curry. This will not be a "wet" curry, so if you want more sauce, you'll have to tinker with the recipe.
- Stir that goodness up but don't let it overheat.
- Add in 1/4 cup of flaked coconut, preferably unsweetened.
- Cook the whole mess for a couple of minutes, and dinner is ready.
- Serve over rice and enjoy.
Tips:
- Choose the right kabocha squash: Look for small to medium-sized kabocha squash with deep green skin and firm flesh.
- Cut the squash carefully: Use a sharp knife to cut the squash in half lengthwise.Scoop out the seeds and stringy pulp.
- Roast the squash before using: Roasting the kabocha squash brings out its natural sweetness and makes it easier to blend.
- Use a high-powered blender: A high-powered blender will help you achieve a smooth and creamy soup.
- Add coconut milk for a richer flavor: Coconut milk adds a creamy, rich flavor to the soup.
- Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
- Garnish the soup with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs like cilantro, basil, or mint add a pop of color and flavor to the soup.
Conclusion:
Kabocha squash red curry is a delicious and healthy soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is packed with nutrients and has a creamy, rich flavor. The soup is also versatile and can be customized to your liking. You can add different vegetables, proteins, and spices to create a soup that is perfect for you. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give kabocha squash red curry a try. You won't be disappointed!
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