Pumpkin Chickpea And Banana Curry Recipe

This vibrant curry blends the unexpected sweetness of banana with warming pumpkin and hearty chickpeas for a flavor explosion! Don't let the unusual combination fool you – this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Get ready to convert even the pickiest eaters with this easy-to-follow recipe.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 310.1 kcal
Protein 16g
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Ingredients for Pumpkin Chickpea And Banana Curry

  • Vegetable Oil
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • Garlic Cloves
  • Gingerroot
  • Ground Coriander
  • Ground Cumin
  • Turmeric
  • Ground Cinnamon
  • 1.5 lbs pumpkin (cubed)
  • 2 tablespoons curry paste
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained)
  • Dried Red Chilies
  • Vegetable Stock
  • 1 (15 ounce) can of chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 ripe banana (sliced)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander (cilantro)

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How to Make Pumpkin Chickpea And Banana Curry

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pan or pot over medium heat. Add 1 inch ginger (finely chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste). Sauté for 5 minutes until fragrant.
  2. In a separate bowl, toss 1.5 lbs pumpkin (cubed) with 2 tablespoons of curry paste. Set aside.
  3. Add 2-3 green chilies (finely chopped) and 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained) to the pan. Pour in 1.5 cups of vegetable stock (or water). Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. While the curry simmers, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in a separate pan. Add the prepared pumpkin and fry for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
  6. Add the fried pumpkin and 1 (15 ounce) can of chickpeas (drained and rinsed) to the stock pan.
  7. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender.
  8. Add 1 ripe banana (sliced) to the curry. Cook for a further 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander (cilantro) before serving. Serve hot with rice or naan bread.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

37g

Fat

8g

Carbs

15g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pumpkin Chickpea And Banana Curry?

Pumpkin Chickpea And Banana Curry takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pumpkin Chickpea And Banana Curry?

Pumpkin Chickpea And Banana Curry has approximately 310.1 calories per serving, with about 16 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 18 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pumpkin Chickpea And Banana Curry?

The key ingredients for Pumpkin Chickpea And Banana Curry are Vegetable Oil, Onion, Garlic Cloves, Gingerroot, Ground Coriander, Ground Cumin. See the full list with measurements above.

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