A pot of curry gives pumpkin a place at dinner beyond the usual soup or roasted side. For an autumn menu, we like the idea of making it the main dish and letting the rest of the meal stay small.
Melissa Nolan’s recipe at Budget Bytes uses fresh pumpkin as well as pumpkin puree, coconut milk and warm spices. The result has pieces of pumpkin within the sauce rather than a completely smooth texture. Rice is included in the original recipe.
Plan the rest of the table
Our suggestion is to offer a crisp cucumber salad separately and bring the curry to the table in a serving bowl. That lets guests choose their own balance of rice and sauce. For a casual gathering, skip a large starter and finish with sliced fruit or a small dessert.
Before shopping, check Nolan’s full ingredient list and her guidance on choosing a cooking pumpkin. Use her measurements and cooking directions for the dish itself.
Recipe creator: Melissa Nolan, Budget Bytes. Read the complete recipe. Explore our food collection for more autumn meal ideas.