Two words: Pumpkin Curry.
Friends, this fall has me going crazy over all things apple and and squash, and this curry may be one of my favorite curry recipes to date! Shall we?
This simple curry requires just 1 pot to make! It all starts with gorgeous pumpkin, which is peeled, seeded, and cubed into bite-size chunks.
The flavor comes in waves thanks to ingredients like curry paste, chili peppers, ginger, garlic, and shallot – a.k.a. the curry dream team.
For vegetables, I went with vibrant red bell pepper and broccoli. That’s all you really need!
And to keep the curry creamy and rich, I opted for light coconut milk, which complements the spicy flavors perfectly.
For a healthy fat and EASY protein, I went with roasted cashews (something I always have on hand). But, if you aren’t into cashews or can’t do nuts, you could also add Quick Crispy Tofu, include Red Lentils, or simply serve over quinoa.
I hope you all LOVE this curry! It’s:
Creamy
Subtly spiced
Pumpkin-y
Vegetable-rich
Hearty
Satisfying
Comforting
& Delicious!
Make this curry for hosting guests this winter and fall or when you need a satisfying dinner on the table fast. It would be an especially great dish to make ahead and pack for lunches throughout the week, as it reheats beautifully!
It’s delicious on its own, but it would also pair well with my Thai Spring Rolls, 20-minute Asian Kale Salad, Coconut Curried Greens, Coconut Curried Lentils, or even Thai Iced Tea!
If you try this curry, be sure to let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don’t forget to tag a photo #minimalistbaker on Instagram! We’d love to see how your curry turns out. Cheers, friends!
1-Pot Pumpkin Yellow Curry
Ingredients
CURRY
- 1 1/2 Tbsp coconut oil (or avocado or grape seed oil // sub water if avoiding oil)
- 1 medium shallot (minced)
- 2 Tbsp minced fresh ginger
- 2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 small red chili or serrano pepper (stem + seeds removed // thinly sliced)
- 1 large red bell pepper (thinly sliced lengthwise)
- 3 Tbsp yellow (or red) Thai curry paste (I prefer Thai True brand)
- 3 1/2 cups peeled and cubed pumpkin or butternut squash
- 2 14-ounce cans light coconut milk (sub full-fat for extra creamy texture or 1/2 of the coconut milk for vegetable broth for thinner curry)
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup or coconut sugar (plus more to taste // or sub stevia to taste)
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 healthy pinch sea salt (~1/4 tsp)
- 1 Tbsp coconut aminos (or sub tamari or soy sauce if not gluten-free)
- 1 cup chopped broccoli
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 2/3 cup roasted cashews* (lightly salted or unsalted are best)
FOR SERVING optional
- Fresh basil or cilantro
- Lemon juice
- Brown rice (method), Coconut Quinoa, or Cauliflower Rice
Instructions
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Heat a large pot over medium heat. Once hot, add coconut oil, shallot, ginger, garlic, and pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
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Add bell pepper and curry paste and stir. Cook for 2 minutes more. Then add pumpkin and stir. Cook for 2 minutes more.
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Add coconut milk, maple syrup or coconut sugar, turmeric, sea salt, and coconut aminos and stir. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
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Once simmering, slightly reduce heat to low and cover. You want a simmer, not a boil, which should be around low to medium-low heat.
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Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to soften the pumpkin and infuse it with curry flavor.
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At this time, also taste and adjust the flavor of the sauce/broth as needed. I added more maple syrup for sweetness, sea salt for saltiness, and a bit more curry paste for a more intense curry flavor. Don't be shy with seasonings - this curry should be very flavorful.
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Once the broth is well seasoned and the pumpkin is tender, add broccoli, lemon juice, and cashews and cover. Simmer for 3-4 minutes more over low to medium-low heat.
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Optional: Scoop out half of the broth/sauce and half of the pumpkin (try to exclude the broccoli) and blend until creamy and smooth in a blender for a thicker, creamier curry. Return to pot and warm for a few minutes before serving.
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Serve as is or over rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice. This dish gets elevated with the addition of fresh lemon juice and Thai or regular basil or cilantro for serving.
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Best when fresh, though leftovers will keep in the refrigerator up to 3-4 days or in the freezer for 1 month. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave until hot.
Notes
*For protein, if you aren’t into cashews or can’t do nuts, you could also add Quick Crispy Tofu, Red Lentils, or simply serve over quinoa.
*Recipe inspiration from Food Network.
*Nutrition information is a rough estimate calculated without sides/toppings, calculated with coconut oil.
Nutrition Per Serving (1 of 4)
- Calories: 423
- Fat: 29.1g
- Saturated fat: 13.5g
- Sodium: 459mg
- Carbohydrates: 39.9g
- Fiber: 7g
- Sugar: 13.7g
- Protein: 9.1g
I added Chile powder and black pepper to the recipe and 2 more Serrano peppers. Definitely gave it a better kick :)
I’d like to add chicken and shrimp. Should I cook then add to curry?
You can, but we think you could also add to the pot. We would cut the chicken in bite-sized pieces and add in step 4. And we would add the shrimp in step 7. Let us know if you give it a try!
I was very excited to make this recipe , I used full fat coconut milk , 1/2 light coconut and 1/2 veggie broth . I added extra brocoli , the sauce is very good perfect balance , a little too sweet with 1 1/2 table spoon of coconut sugar it was still too sweet for me . I used butternut squash , for me it’s to starchy I guess carrots , chickpeas texture would be less starchy . It’s very rich , I served it with wild rice another starch , it was too much for me . It’s not the recipe it might just be my own preference .
Can I replace ginger powder instead of ginger root ? I bought it but I think they didn’t bag it !
Hi Brigitte, we would recommend fresh in this recipe as ginger powder won’t have as much flavor.
Thank you for a quick respond . I guess I will leave it out ..I don’t want to go to the store just for ginger ! I am sure it’s still going to be good .
Really delicious! I used red curry paste instead of yellow, and so I did not add any extra hot peppers. I was concerned about the amount of coconut milk, but it worked nicely. I also added coriander seeds.
Thanks so much for sharing. We are so glad you enjoyed it! Next time, would you mind leaving a rating with your review? It’s super helpful for us and other readers. Thanks so much! Xo
I made this recipe tonight, almost exactly as written, and it was spectacular! Very rich and super flavorful (many curry recipes come out a little watery and bland by the end).
I used a combo of butterkin and honeynut squashes that were in season at my farmers market, used the light coconut milk and Thai Kitchen brand red curry paste. I subbed soy sauce for the coconut aminos, and did do the optional blender step ( do it – it really helps to thicken and ups the broth flavor!) Served it on rice noodles. Will definitely make again!!
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Tori! Thanks so much for the lovely review! xo
This is a long review because I made some alterations and I loved this curry so much that I can’t shut up about it. TL;DR – MAKE THIS. It is the stuff of dreams.
I’ve made curry in the past and it was an oily mess. This was, unquestionably, some of the best curry I’ve ever had…and that’s shocking to admit, because I made it. I love cooking, but Asian food is not my forte, and I do not even pretend to know much of the ins and outs of real Asian cooking. But this? My word, this was incredible.
My boyfriend and I had a vegan couple over for supper (I also made the vegan pumpkin sugar cookies which were mind blowing) and this was my first attempt at curry in about 10 years. I made a few alterations, but nothing substantial…I did adjust the servings to make six instead of four, and followed the metric measurements.
I used vegetable oil instead of coconut or avocado…also I used the suggested amount of curry paste, but next time (because there will be a next time) I’ll use more. I bought the Thai Kitchen brand. I also used about double the amount of peppers. I went with butternut squash instead of pumpkin as it’s easy to find already cubed at the store. I used about 500ml of coconut milk to start and then went back and forth between coconut milk and vegetable broth until the consistency was right. Definitely buy a bit extra. I also doubled the broccoli – pro tip. Used soy sauce instead of coconut aminos as gluten wasn’t an issue – just make sure to taste it regularly, I had to add a couple palmfuls of salt. Also I nearly skipped the lemon juice – don’t. It’s essential. I was nervous the whole time, but this recipe is everything you’ve ever wanted. Oh and I omitted the cashews. Nuts don’t sit well with me. This recipe is so adaptable, but the shallot, ginger, and Serrano pepper are key.
Served over brown rice with seitan strips and it was devoured. Everyone kept complimenting my cooking but it was 100% this recipe.
Whoop =) Thanks so much for the lovely review! xo
Very delicious! Nice thoughtful recipe with great instructions.
I didn’t have any shallots, so I used onions instead.
I used a tablespoon of fish sauce and a few stalks of lemongrass after adding coconut milk.
Added carrot and potato , and a cup of cooked drained chicks peas at same time as squash added.
I used coconut sugAr as suggested and freshly blended coconut/coconut water –
As the coconut milk from my coconut tree! It was SOOOOO GOOD!
I just stumbled onto this website looking for a butternut squash curry recipe and this one looked legit. I’m excited to check out the rest of the recipes here!
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Gina! Thanks so much for the lovely review! xo
Today ran into someone my husband works with, and told him that he should come for dinner so I can make this curry for him since he’s vegan and alone on our tiny island. He then told me that he had a cookbook for me to borrow. Guess which one it was? YOURS!
Random! I just Love those perfect moments that remind you that you are on the right path.
I have been chef on charter boats, and LOVE food. Make my own yogurt, rice wine vinegar, breads, Coconut milk.. all the stuff, ya know? And I pour over recipes online, and cookbooks and I’m not going to say I’m picky, because I’m not. But, I know immediately a good recipe from a great one. A spectacular cookbook from an okay one. And I must say, that I’m a fan, and think you are doing a great job!
So kind! Thanks for the kind words, Gina!
I used kabocha squash and limes and a splash of fish sauce. I started with a tablespoon of sugar because I thought two sounded like a lot but no- about 2 ended up being just right. Sweet, salty, sour and a kick of heat. Yummm!
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Tania! Thanks so much for sharing! xo
Delicious and really easy. I did add coriander for flavouring at the end!
We’re so glad to hear it! Thanks so much for the lovely review! xo
I tried this recipe to use up a healthy-looking Halloween pumpkin I hadn’t gotten around to carving. I was so impressed with the flavour that I made the recipe twice in one day! One with red lentils added, the other with just veggies, and both with Thai yellow curry paste. Great recipe! Thank you.
Whoop! We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Nat! Thanks so much for the lovely review! xo
This is the first time I have attempted curry of any kind. I turned out wonderfully. Creamy, spicy and so satisfying that I made one of my favorite things for take-out at home.
The prep time for me was longer than 15 minutes, but that could be due to this being the first try at making a curry.
I had to make some modifications: can’t have shallots or raw garlic, so I just left out the shallot and used garlic infused olive oil; Can’t do broccoli substituted zucchini. Added tofu and served over brown rice.
Thanks so much for the lovely review and for sharing your modifications, Sadie. We are so glad you enjoyed this recipe! Next time, would you mind leaving a rating with your review? It’s super helpful for us and other readers. Thanks so much! Xo
I carved a pumpkin but didn’t want it to rot/mold in the Los Angeles heat, so I chopped it up and made this. Second or third time making this. Hardest part is finding curry paste that does not contain shrimp. Otherwise quick and delicious! I add a block of extra firm silken tofu (cubed) when I make it.
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Kelly! Thanks for sharing your experience! We enjoy Thai Kitchen red curry paste.
I tried making this amazing Pumpkin Curry tonight (with a few alterations) and it was absolutely delicious!! ? My foreign exchange student from Thailand agreed. ? I used massaman curry paste instead of yellow and I think the spices in massaman paired much better with the pumpkin! (Although I don’t know that for sure because I didn’t try yellow.) It was a slightly sweet, mildly spicy combination. I also substituted red pepper flakes for the chili pepper because my local IGA didn’t have any fresh peppers except jalapeno and I wasn’t sure that was the right flavor for this dish. I also didn’t follow the instructions for cooking on the stove. I tossed everything except the veggies in my slow cooker, along with some chicken and in a few hours, it was double double yum yum!! I stir fried the vegetables and stirred them in before serving. Delish!
Yay! Thanks for sharing, Jessica!!
This is amazing, I added a cup of stock because I threw in a heap more veggies and wanted it a bit more “soupy” and it was brilliant. Thank you!
Wonderful! Thanks, Angelique!
I made this for friends over brown rice – a huge hit. I used a healthy portion of panang curry paste instead of yellow curry and can’t wait to make it again. So delicious!
Yay! Thanks, Victoria!
I made this to meal prep for the week, and it is seriously the best thing I’ve ever made. In addition to the suggested veggies, I added pineapple and tofu. I also put twice as much curry paste as recommended for a spicier kick (I used yellow curry paste, not red, so maybe that’s why). I highly recommend this recipe for fall!
Wow! Thanks, Taylor! So kind!
Super curry recipe! Very tasty and easy to make despite not being familiar with vegan recipes. I wouldn’t change anything. I would recommend you to taste it so you modify the salt, sweet or spice. Enjoy!
Thanks for sharing, Isa!
This was phenomenal! My husband said it was the best thing I’d made in a year! I didn’t have broccoli but I added some purple potatoes, vegetable broth, a bit more salt, some string beans, and one lonely zucchini hiding out in the fridge. Also, topped it with fresh cilantro, mint and scallions. Truly delicious!
Lovely! So glad you enjoyed it, AnnMarie!!
My SO said this was the best curry he ever had. It was AMAZING!!!
We’re so glad to hear it, Annie! Thanks so much for the lovely review! xo
What a perfect curry for fall! I’ve made so many of these recipes and I have never been disappointed! I also love that although I am just cooking for myself, the leftovers are always delicious! I think next time I’ll add a bit more heat, but it is incredible nonetheless! Thank you!
Wonderful – thanks for sharing, Eli!
We made this for dinner last night and it was absolutely delicious!! This curry is definitely our new fall favorite. My only problem was that we didn’t make enough.
Thanks for sharing!
I made this dish tonight and was GREAT! My new fall favorite. I plan on making it for an upcoming potluck so I can share it with friends.
I made it straight by the recipe, no modifications, and it was delicious.
Yay! So glad you enjoyed it, Steve!
Delicious, full off flavour! My son is vegetarian but not the rest of the family and this is the 1st recipe that satisfied everyone. Thank you
Whoop! So glad to hear everyone enjoyed it, Angela! Thanks for sharing! xo
Absolutely delicious!!! I used delicata squash (skin left on) because I had some I needed to use. Used yellow curry paste my husband made last week. It was phenomenal. Definitely something we will make again.
This is awesome. Ive made this so many times for my friends and EVERYONE loves it!
Honestly so tasty. I add a little more yellow curry paste (I almost do a whole jar)
Also froze well! Thankyou!
Wonderful! Thanks, Jayne!
Fabulous recipe and perfect for fall. It’s such a flavour bomb! Definitely would make again! Thank you for these awesome recipes, they never fail me!
Thanks for sharing, Diana!
Awesome! I used one can of coconut milk and one can water with a veggie stock cube. Also used acorn squash (couldn’t find a pumpkin) and soy sauce.
Absolutely delicious. I did substitute one can of light coconut milk for light coconut cream and reduced the amount of curry paste by 1/3 as I don’t like the spice to overtake the flavour of the spices and pumpkin. The sauce was just right and there is plenty for lunch tomorrow.
Looks delicious! Do you think this would freeze well?
I do!
I love love love your recipe. So delicious and is regularly cooked in my household.
Thankyou so much for sharing.
xo!
Seriously so so good. The second time I made it I swapped out 2 jalepenos for the Serrano, added a second bell pepper and added some umami spice from trader Joe’s. Left out the broccoli and added some small chicken strips. Easy, delicious and hearty. Thank you!!
Hi Alexa, thanks so much for the sweet note and lovely review and for sharing your modifications. We are so glad you enjoyed it! Next time, would you mind leaving a rating with your review? It’s super helpful for us and other readers. Thanks so much! xo
Have made this two months in a row, it’s tasty, not too many ingredients, it’s quick and easy to make with minimal washing up as I use only one pan. Family loved it. I used only one can of coconut milk.
A little too oily for my taste. I suggest 1 can of coconut milk.
Loved the recipe…. my daughter directed to the link….. my first attempt at trying Thai cuisine…. made it… came out superbly delicious ?
This recipe is excellent! The only thing I did differently from the recipe was the addition of two sliced carrots. I used one can of regular coconut milk and one of coconut milk made from coconut milk powder because I only had one can in my cupboard. Thank you for the recipe – this one is a keeper!
Wow Dana – fabulous recipe! I made this for dinner last night and it was an absolute hit. I modified it a little to accommodate the ingredients I had on hand, however I plan on making it again to yours exact recipe too. I used half a red onion instead of the shallot, dried chilli flakes instead of fresh, Thai red curry paste, coconut sugar and gluten free tamari. I served it over quinoa and have enough left over for my lunch today – yum ?
I have also made you roast while cauliflower and the divine peanut butter fudge. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful recipes…. Tanya
Yay! Thanks for sharing your changes, Tanya! We’re so glad you enjoyed the recipe :)
Made last night for vegan thanksgiving feast guests today. Used Kabocha squash, and left skin on – it has a pleasant texture cooked – plus adds color. Added 8 oz firm sprouted tofu, cubed.
Will serve over a chewy brown, black & wild rice mixture w/ daikon radish seeds.
Of course I had a small bowl last night and was over the moon with the depth and complexity of flavors.
In future will reduce light coconut milk to one can, replacing the other with a low fat nut milk in order to reduce the meal’s fat profile.
In all – this Thai curry is brilliant, flexible, and will now be a staple in my repertoire!
Thank you & 5 stars!
Thanks for sharing, Roberta!
Loved it!
I like my bell peppers crisper, so I would put them later in cooking process next time….maybe just before broccoli.
Amazing recipe.
I made this tonight with my Community Supported Agriculture share of pumpkin, onions, green tomatoes, as well as store-bought broccoli. I added lentils and didn’t use any nuts. Yummy!
Yum!
I used cauliflower instead of broccoli and I also added a can of rinsed chickpeas to the recipe. It was so so so good. I will try it again with broccoli this time. I always top it with a handful of parsley. I omit chili pepper since I like the creamy and subtle spicy flavor of yellow curry.
Another great recipe that I will continue to make. Thank you!
I rarely comment on blogs. But I must say dear minimalist baker you seriously out did yourself. This is a SHOW stopper recipe and I am so happy to use it over and over again. Thank you!
Yay! We are so glad to hear that, Marianne!
Perfection! We didn’t change a single thing and it turned out very very well. Thank you for the awesome recipes!
Yay!
Excellent! I used butternut squash and it came out PERFECT! Instead of quinoa, I used brown rice made with coconut milk. I used a red Thai paste. I will try a different one next time. Overall – YUM!!! My second recipe from this site and another keeper! I’ll be making another batch this week!
Thank you for sharing your recipe changes, Frances! We are glad you enjoyed it :D
This was good! I used kabocha squash, red pepper, and cauliflower, and subbed almond milk with coconut extract for the coconut milk. Thanks for the recipe :) I ate half with some jasmine rice and it was so filling and satisfying!
Fantastic recipe! I’ve made the dish twice now. Definitely a keeper!
I made this adding a bunch more veggies a bit of my favorite curry powder. Delicious! I used 1.5 tablespoons of curry paste and it was as spicy as I can handle. Also super good trick- I put my pumpkin in my Instant Pot for a 6 min pressure cook and then let it cool the day before. This made it ridiculously easier to peel and cut in chunks.
I found that my whole pie pumpkin came out to be more than what this recipe called for but I used the whole thing any way, so I wish I would have used a tad more fresh garlic and ginger for the base to balance the curry. I normally go light on th salt with most recipes, but this one definitely needed the salt to bring out the full flavor. Tons of leftovers, made a double batch of brown rice and could have used a little more.
I LOVE THIS recipe! I think it’s an excellent baseline recipe that is totally welcoming to adaptations based on what you have in the fridge. Ex: 2nd time I made it I used sweet potatoes, didn’t have jalapeño or ginger, added red chili flakes & extra turmeric, and swapped cashews out for peanuts. Still fabulous!!! Made a batch for the week and definitely will be adding it to my meal prep rotation:-)
+ not too expensive to make either!! (i’m a broke college student)
Very delicious!
I made this tonight and while I don’t usually leave reviews, I had to! There is a Thai curry at a restaurant that I love but I had never thought to recreate it. While I wasn’t trying to, I unintentionally did when I made this. This is the best curry I have ever made, I cant wait to make it again! I added chickpeas as a protein and it worked perfectly. I love all your recipes and this is no exception!
We’re so glad you loved this recipe, Julia!
Perfect! Just perfect!!! You are such a gift to have in my life! Thank you
This was amazing! Would recommend 100%.
Holy delicious! Roasted the pumpkin in the am and made the dish for dinner. The kids wouldn’t go near it, which is fine, because there’s more for me and hubby. We both looked at each other and said “never eat out again”, or at least when we have pumpkins on hand. Thank you for sharing such a satisfying and scrumptious meal.
My only con comment is I found my self scrolling back and forth for measurements of the ingredients when walking through the steps. I had them all at the counter but not chopped or measured out to proportions.
Made this tonight for a birthday dinner. It was delicious!!! I added veggie broth and reduced the amount of coconut milk by 1/2. The consistency was neither too soupy nor too thick… ’twas perfect! Thanks for the recipe and I’m looking forward to making it again.
Omigoodness this is amazing! Made tonight with butternut squash. The flavors were absolutely on point – worth all the chopping! I added chopped carrots at the end with the broccoli for added crunch. Also, I substituted coconut water for 1 can coconut milk. It worked well!
I’ve made this dish twice now with butternut squash and it’s delicious! Thank you so much for sharing your incredible talents.
I made this last night with butternut squash – SO GOOD! It’s now part of our regular rotation. I roasted the squash first – next time I’ll follow your suggestion to pure some of the squash with stock then add the rest of the roasted squash at the end (to keep the crispiness a little longer). I also made the red curry paste from your recipe – this is also a new staple in our house!
I made this! Really easy to make and extremely tasty. However, I did blend too much of the squash so my curry ended up being more of a soup LOL
Glad you posted a recipe for red curry paste as most shop bought paste contains fish… And a lot of oil.. Going to make this
I made this last night and instantly fell in love! I used 1 can of puree’d pumpkin as that is what I had in the pantry and it gave it a thicker, creamier texture. I added a lot of extra red curry powder in addition to the curry paste to give it a little more flavor and added about a teaspoon of cumin. It was so good I wanted to eat it for breakfast.
Made this yesterday and it turned out amazing. I only had 14oz coconut cream and veggie broth, so I used those, and it was a perfect thickness, so I decided not to blend the broccoli. Makes amazing leftovers. I’m very happy with this! I hope to make it again someday.
Hi Dana! I made this curry dish tonight. It was amazing. It definitely is going to be made many more times. Thank you!
Hi! I plan on making this tonight and am very excited. I hope this question doesn’t sound stupid, but am I supposed to pre cook the pumpkin? Or just let it simmer? I assumed it would be simmering, but my boyfriend is suggesting otherwise.
Thanks!
I didn’t pre cook the pumpkin! It doesn’t take long for it to soften
Weeks ago, I bought a pumpkin on a whim but had no idea what to do with it. It just stared at me from the counter all this time. And then I came upon your recipe and made it just now, and it is amazing! It comes together easily, without much fuss or mess, and it is so flavorful and hearty. Thank you!
I made 1-POT PUMPKIN YELLOW CURRY. We had it for dinner last night and I then had some for breakfast today. As it was the first time making it, I cut the recipe n half. Worked perfectly. The one thing I did differently, because I forgot to buy brocolli and didn’t want to trek back to the store, I put in fresh green beans. I will make this again.
Used green curry paste and did without garlic. Absolutely delicious and received many compliments from my roommate and boyfriend! Thank you for this recipe, it will become a staple!
I made this for dinner last night. Incredible. It has to be the best curry I’ve ever tasted, let alone made. I am craving my leftovers for lunch already. This is going on the list of best recipes ever.
Suggestions for subbing canned pumpkin puree?
Hi Kayla! It will be a different dish if you do that – more like a soup. Perhaps it would be worth making my Curried Butternut Squash Soup instead, but sub your pumpkin purée for the squash.
https://minimalistbaker.com/curried-butternut-squash-soup/
Thanks! Pie pumpkin should work if I’m going to do fresh (not canned), right?
I made this last night and had an amazing dinner, I did some personal modifications (olive oil for coconut oil and vegetable broth instead of coconut milk). Simply delicious! I’m new to the site but think I’ll definitely stick around.. ;) THANK YOU!
Forgot to rate it: definitely 5 star!
This was so delicious. I have honestly loved every recipe I’ve made from The Minimalist Baker, but this might be my favorite (or second, with my first being the Classic Vegan Lasagna recipe from the Everyday Cooking book). The flavors are so complimentary. I used Trader Joes pureed butternut squash instead of pumpkin, and a small onion instead of the shallot since my grocery store didn’t have them. It was still incredible, and my 6 and 8 year old gave it the seal of approval too. 5+ stars!! :-)
I made this last night and it was sooo good! I had to make a few modifications as I didn’t have all the ingredients. I used 1 can of coconut milk instead of two (subbed veggie broth for 2nd), used an onion instead of shallots, used butternut squash, and omitted cashews, but added tofu! I also reduced the sugar to 1 TB.
This is so amazing, It came together rather quickly, even when accounting for peeling and chopping butternut squash! I plan on eating it for lunch the rest of the week.
Thank you for yet another amazing recipe!
This is an absolutely fantastic recipe. I was afraid of the spice level (due to three small kids) so I didn’t add the red chili. It still came out intensely flavorful and not too spicy. I’d even go so far as to say this is my new favorite recipe. A keeper for sure!
I just made this and its to die for!!! Even my cat likes it lol (she keeps trying to steal from my bowl)
The dish tasted amazing but I highly recommend adding significantly more curry paste to this dish (I added the entire jar of recommended curry paste), as it is pretty tasteless with just 3 tbsp. Other than that this is the perfect fall/winter recipe.
It tastes absolutely incredible! So simple and so rich in flavor. Even my husband that hates pumpkin asked for more.
What if I wanted to do this in a slow cooker
Hi! Hmm, I bet you could start sautéing the vegetables on high (as instructed), and when it comes to the simmering part, cook it on low for 4-6 hours? Let me know if you give it a try!
Made this tonight for Thanksgiving dinner tomorrow. Soooo delicious! I had roasted a bunch of pie pumpkins and put in the freezer about a month ago, so I used those. So mine was more creamy than chunky but the aroma of it cooking – I just knew it was going to be fantastic! I also used full fat coconut milk. Thank you for continually sharing top notch recipes!
Thank you for the sweet comment, Erin! Happy Thanksgiving!
This was really delicious and warming. Next time I think I would use the cashews as a garnish and sprinkle them on top at the table, but they were good cooked into the curry as well. Thanks for a good recipe!
This was incredible and so flavorful! Thank you for sharing! I’m always looking for ways to make my carnivore friends salivate – and this did the trick.
I’ve never cooked with a pumpkin before so cutting it took awhile. Microwaving the pumpkin for few minutes helps – take your time and maybe do it the day before!
I made this last night. It was amazing! Very easy recipe and the flavors are just right! Thank you Dana!
I made this and it is out of this world amazing!!!! I used butternut squash instead of pumpkin – so much easier to cut up. I love curry, but wasn’t sure if squash in a curry dish would be weird. Overall, It was so amazing that this is my new favorite soup! Definitely add the cashews – it gives some texture and crunch.
So cozy and good! I used a can of pumpkin puree instead of cubed pumpkin and added zucchini, tofu, and spinach. Ah I love it so much! Thank you!
I have made this recipe twice now and love it! I made it as written with no alterations and it is perfect! It is definitely my family’s favorite curry recipe.
I like to kick it up a notch and used a habanero instead. It’s excellent regardless of the heat intensity! Thanks Dana for this wonderful curry recipe.
This is the BEST pumpkin Thai curry recipe I’ve found!!! 10/10 – perfectly sweet, spicy, flavourful and downright delicious!! This has become a weeknight staple in our household, thank you so much!!
So delicious! I don’t like spicy food so I just left out the pepper and it was perfect. I highly recommend this recipe!
Delicious! Made with ancho Chile on hand in replace of Serrano, and made it two ways with butternut and pumpkin. Makes me hopeful about getting through a cold new england winter. ;)
I made this last night for dinner. My husband can’t take much spice, so I only used half of a chili, and 3 teaspoons instead 3 Tablespoons of Curry paste, and it was still super delicious. I also used a handful of fresh basil leaves at the end, and made the crispy tofu and put that in at the end instead of the cashews. Thanks for a great dish. Sachimata
Thank you Dana! I made this and it was so warm, yummy, and easy for a weeknight dinner
Hi! What type of pumpkin do you recommend? A sugar pumpkin?
I was wondering the same, we have a bunch of “carving” pumpkins we didnt carve for Halloween. I’m using them for decor but if we could eat them I’d do that.
That should work!
Butternut squash will also work!
I used a butterkin squash and honeynut squash, and have seen people using kabocha squashes in the reviews.
I just made this tonight with butternut squash and it came out beautifully! I put it over quinoa and the flavors are seriously soo good and perfectly balanced. Thank you for another great recipe! :)
This recipe is AMAZING! Just made it and am floored with how good it is – particularly because I’m not known for my cooking skills :) Thanks so much!
Made this recipe yesterday and it is just amazing! It is warming and full of flavor. I do always need way more time in the kitchen for preperation (cutting the pumpkin for instance) but is was totally worth it!
I made this yesterday with sweet potato instead of pumpkin and it was very nice. Perfect flavours, thank you for the recipe.
This looks delicious! I have some green lentils (petite French style) I would love to add to the recipe for extra protein and thickness. At what step of the recipe would I add them, and what size portion would you suggest? One cup? Thanks for sharing such awesome recipes!
This is a great recipe! I made it with butternut squash and it was delicious. I don’t like ginger, shallots and chili peppers so I left all of those things out and used full fat coconut milk and it tasted wonderful. This is definitely one of my new go to recipes!
I made this for dinner this week and it was so good! I prefer a thicker curry, so I added in lentils and a diced potato. Lovely recipe!
-Claire
First time commenter-but I have been following and basically exclusively cooking from MB recipes for a couple years now! Thank you for helping make my transition from vegetarian to vegan painless.
Just finished making this pumpkin curry and WOW it is delicious!! Home run recipe, Dana! I omitted the serrano pepper and it still turned out perfectly spicy for my midwestern palate. Love the tip about blending half the sauce, it adds a great texture to the dish. This will definitely be added to the weekly menu rotation.
Absolutely delicious. I served it over quinoa and will definitely do a second batch this weekend. Best curry I ever made myself. Thanks for this great recipe, Dana! (So helpful that you always include the ml and grams since I live in Germany and we don’t use “cups”).
Great curry recipe. I added some whole cumin seeds to the coconut oil and browned them before adding the shallots, garlic, jalapeno, & ginger. Worked great with butter nut squash. I also roasted the seeds of the butter nut squash and put them on top. The roasted cashews added a nice flavor crunch and flavor to the curry. This is a recipe we will defiantly make again!
Yummy
This recipe is fantastic. Followed instructions exactly using butternut squash, and added some tofu and mushrooms. Thanks!!
OMG. YES X 100000000
MAKING THIS TONIGHT FOR SURE.
Made this tonight and it was AMAZING! Added tofu and an extra can of coconut milk. Would definitely make again.
Whoop! Thanks for sharing!!
I made this last night and it was delicious! Used butternut squash from our garden & cauliflower because I didn’t have broccoli. I have some leftovers for today! Yum
Whoop! So kind! Thanks for sharing.
This recipe was absolutely glorious!!! Thank you Dana :) made this for dinner and it really hit the spot. I’d never thought of adding lemon juice into curry before but it made the flavour so unique.
Oh yay! Thanks for sharing, Denise!
I made this tonight and it’s fab! Instead of add the broccoli directly to the pot, I boiled it for one minute in hot water, ran it under cold water and then added it at the last minute. This ensured crisp broccoli! Really great.
Smart! Thanks for sharing, Jessica! xo
This curry was amazing, the whole family loved it including kids. They never really liked butternut squash before but they found it delicious in this recipe. Thanks for coming up with the wonderful combination of flavors.
I blended some of the squash with the sauce/broth and it made it so creamy. Loved it!
Oh yay! That’s amazing!!
This.was.AWESOME!! I love how everything I make from this site turns out. I used to hate cooking and now I really enjoy it:)
So kind! Yay!!!
Hello,
Would it be possible to make this in an instant pot? Any suggestions for time and settings?
Hi Stacey! Hmm, I bet you could start sautéing the vegetables on high (as instructed), and when it comes to the simmering part, cook it on low for 4-6 hours? Let me know if you give it a try!
This looks great; I make something similar with kabocha squash or sweet potato and whatever veggies I have around.
One tip: I never buy “light” coconut milk because it costs the same as regular and it’s just coconut milk thinned out with water. So for recipes calling for light I just use half the amount of regular coconut milk and add water or veggie broth, whatever works for the recipe.
It was so good that the pot was empty before i could take some pictures! :) Loved it.
So good! So good that I have to leave a rating!!! :) I love the touch of lemon! Though I think I overdid it a bit haha.
I made this tonight and it was AMAZING!! One of my fav recipes of all time. Thank you!!
Also, do you have any tips for skinning pumpkins? It took me forever. Otherwise this meal was fast and easy. :)
Making this as we speak! Smells delicious! About to throw the broccoli in and will report back with turn out!
I’m obsessed with your recipes + you. I follow on instagram and have been trying vegan curry recipes for WAY TOO LONG and they are never just right. I’ve even tried coming up with my own. I skipped the coconut oil and used olive, just one can of coco milk + water and used butternut squash. I added a lot of extra lemon and broccoli because I just felt like it. Served over rice. Wow. Amazing. I sent it to all my friends who like curry. Shared some with my boyfriend. Thank you SO MUCH. Beautiful as always (also I enjoy reading your recipes bc they’re detailed but not too detailed, and they have lots of options for substitutes :)
Absolutley fabulous! I used butternut squash about 4c and added 2c broccoli and the cauliflower I had in the fridge. Definitely making this again soon.
Thanks, Patti!
This recipe is a winner. We carved a bunch of pumpkins yesterday and made this curry dish last night. It is going right on to our “Favourite” list.
Thanks
Tom
Sounds like the perfect fall activity! Glad you enjoyed it, Tom!
Soo happy with this curry! Went out and bought the curry paste for this recipe and I’m so happy with all the complexity it adds. Next time I’ll blend half before adding broccoli and cashews. Yum! Served over leftover coconut rice with cilantro and TJ’s garlic naan ✨
Whoop! Thanks for sharing, Sierra! (TJ’s naan ftw!)
This looks awesome! What would you recommend for making it less spicy? Would just leaving out the hot pepper do that, or would it be missing something/too sweet in that case?
thanks! love love love your recipes!
Hi! Reduce the amount of curry paste you add on the front end, as that’s usually the source of heat. And you can make up for any lost flavor by adding more turmeric, lime, ginger, and salt. xo!
Thanks!
Hello, I made this last night and it was absolutely perfect! I loved it. Thanks for the great recipe. I encourage everyone to make it!!
Yay! Thanks for sharing, Gail!
I made this tonight with red curry and carrots instead of peppers. It was delicious. I’m having second thoughts about carving our pumpkin. :)
Lovely! thanks for sharing!! (also, you should totally carve that pumpkin ; )
This recipe turned out really, really well. Thank you for sharing. It’s definitely on par with the vegan pumpkin curries that I’ll order from restaurants every now and again. For anyone interested, here’s the version I used: sautéed in water, used a panang curry paste, coconut aminos, regular coconut milk (1 1/2 cans) + a big splash of broth. It was fairly spicy before I added the last 1/2 c of coconut milk and a large extra pinch of coconut sugar. Serving it over white rice toned it down just the right amount, and I added a pinch of salt to my serving. The cashews are soaking and I forgot about the basil, will add them into the leftovers though for sure.
Cheers!
Rowan
Oh, and I opted for butternut squash which turned out great! So much so that I just couldn’t bring myself to blend any of those chunks because I’m lucky when my squash doesn’t turn to mush. (:
Thanks for sharing!! xoxo!
Wow, I improvise decent curries a lot, but this recipe has schooled me. I followed the directions pretty much exactly, just added red lentils and a little nutritional yeast at the end. I think I could eat the entire pot myself. It has such a bright, vibrant, layered flavor to it. Another masterpiece, Dana. Thanks!
haha yay! thanks for sharing, Andrea! xoxo
So yummy!! This weekend, I have made your pumpkin muffins (hiking snack) apple pumpkin muffins (just because) and now this delicious curry. My family and I, Thank You.
Awesome, thanks for sharing, Lisa!
Couldn’t find yellow or red curry paste, so I used green. Flavors were wonderful! Wonder what it would taste like with the other curry paste.
Lovely, thanks for sharing, Katie!
Hi Dana! I ❤️ your recipes, you’ve been my go to blog for almost 2 years now. I used to print your recipes so it’s easier to put somewhere in the kitchen as I’m chopping and preparing stuff, but It doesn’t seem to work anymore.. there seems to be some kind of glitch when I click on the print friendly version. It used to show me the page I’m about to print and now it’s just a gray box and when I click print nothing happens.. And I can print recipes form other websites just fine so I’m pretty sure it’s not my computer or printer but your website problem. Anyways, I hope you look into it :) Thank you for all the amazing recipes! You really made mine and my husbands transition to veganism easy and delicious! We love your cookbook as well!
First, thanks for the kind words!
Hmm, strange! Thanks for sharing. So sorry for the inconvenience. We will look into that! xoxo
I just made a bunch of pumpkin puree. Is it possible to use that insteaf of cubed pumpkin? Thanks! Looks great!
It will be a different dish if you do that – more like a soup. Perhaps it would be worth making my Curried Butternut Squash Soup instead, but sub your pumpkin purée for the squash.
https://minimalistbaker.com/curried-butternut-squash-soup/
Hi! I made this with (about) 1.5 cans pumpkin puree, one can coconut milk (instead of two as is listed in the recipe), and served it over rice. It came out perfectly!
Looks PERFECT, absolutely PERFECT! I really want to try serving this with spaghetti squash or cauliflower rice!
That’s what I’ve done above! I can say cauliflower rice worked perfectly.
I made this tonight. The sweet and spicy flavors meld together so well into the perfect fall dish. I have a second pumpkin and may make a second batch tomorrow to freeze (it’s that good!)
Lovely, thanks for sharing, Laura!
Incredible flavors. I used butternut squash and it was spot-on delish. Thrilled to have plenty for leftovers. Really phenomenal!
Incredible flavors. I used butternut squash and it was spot-on delish. Thrilled to have plenty for leftovers. Really phenomenal! I used your recommendation for yellow curry and it hit the spot!
I wouldn’t use a prepared curry paste but make it fesh – other than that I am trying it, thanks.
Lovely! I have recipes for green and red if you’re interested.
https://minimalistbaker.com/easy-red-curry-paste/
https://minimalistbaker.com/easy-green-curry-paste/
Hi Dana – this recipe looks great. Could I substitute curry powder for the curry paste?
Hi Shari,
Curry powder and curry paste are quite different. I wouldn’t substitute one for the other.
Dana’s red curry paste https://minimalistbaker.com/easy-red-curry-paste/ looks good. It isn’t hard with a food processor either.
Best of luck.
Vivien
Thank you Vivien!
Could I sub pumpkin for acorn squash and would it cook the same? How would I need to prepare the squash? Or do you have another recommendation for the squadh. I have two in the fridge.
Thanks :)
Yes! I find acorn squash to be similar in texture to pumpkin, maybe a little softer. So cook the same but check for tenderness maybe 5 minutes earlier. Good luck! Let me know if you give it a try!
Going to try this out this week! If I want to add red lentils, when should I do that? Right before step 5 maybe?
Hi Nori! If you are not using pre-cooked lentils, I would try it then, let us know how it turns out!
Sounds wonderful. Can’t wait to make it. Thank you!
Can I use sweet potatoes for this?
Absolutely!
RE: Sweet potatoes
How exciting! I’ll make it tonight and report back!
I want to tell you, you’re my number one stop for recipes… just love the site! (Page reloads drive me nuts, but so worth it!)
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I cannot wait to try this, Dana!! I have been waiting to see what you were cooking up with pumpkin since your instgram story ;)
How can I make this in the slow cooker? Any ideas?
Hmm, I bet you could start sautéing the vegetables on high (as instructed), and when it comes to the simmering part, cook it on low for 4-6 hours? Let me know if you give it a try!
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Yikes! Typo! Neyland
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we simmered longer than instructed and the pumpkin became mushy but was still delicious!
This recipe looks so good! Going to give it a try this weekend.