Pumpkin Shrimp Curry

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
18%
Pumpkin Shrimp Curry
45 min.
4
484kcal

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Indulge in a delightful blend of flavors with this Pumpkin Shrimp Curry, a dish that is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also packed with vibrant ingredients that dance on your palate. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any time you crave something a little exotic, this hearty curry is sure to become a go-to in your kitchen. With its creamy coconut base and the warm spices of curry powder and cayenne pepper, every bite is an experience of comforting warmth and subtle heat.

The star of the dish is undoubtedly the shrimp, which are succulent and tender, absorbing the rich flavors of the curry sauce. Coupled with the sweetness of roasted butternut squash and the earthiness of pumpkin purée, this curry strikes a perfect balance between savory and sweet. Topped with fresh cilantro, zesty lime, and crispy fried shallots, it brings an explosion of texture and freshness that elevates the entire dish.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves four and is a fabulous way to impress your family and friends. Pair it with steamed rice to soak up the delicious sauce, and let the delightful aromas fill your home as you create a meal that is not only satisfying but also nourishing. Dive into this culinary adventure and savor the wonderful fusion of flavors that only a Pumpkin Shrimp Curry can offer!

Ingredients

  • cup butternut squash diced
  • 15 ounce pumpkin puree canned
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • servings cilantro leaves 
  • servings rice steamed
  • 1.5 teaspoons curry powder 
  • tablespoon garlic minced
  • tablespoon ginger minced
  • 1.5 teaspoons juice of lime fresh
  • servings lime zest 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • cup onion sliced
  •  plum tomatoes chopped
  • servings shallots 
  • pound shrimp deveined peeled
  • cup coconut milk unsweetened
  • cups vegetable stock 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and ginger; sauté until soft, about 8 minutes.
  3. Add garlic; cook for 1 minute. Stir in plum tomato and pumpkin purée; cook, stirring frequently, until pumpkin is golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  4. Add vegetable broth, coconut milk, curry powder, and cayenne pepper; simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Add butternut squash, shrimp, and lime juice. Simmer until shrimp are cooked and squash is warm.
  6. Serve with steamed rice. Top with cilantro, lime zest, and fried shallots.

Nutrition Facts

Calories484kcal
Protein22.85%
Fat40.53%
Carbs36.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
98.75
Glycemic Load
25.88
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
23.140435115151%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.6mg
Naringenin
0.15mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.28mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
8.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:484.06kcal
24.2%
Fat:22.63g
34.81%
Saturated Fat:14.01g
87.56%
Carbohydrates:45.99g
15.33%
Net Carbohydrates:39.29g
14.29%
Sugar:9.63g
10.7%
Cholesterol:182.57mg
60.86%
Sodium:625.16mg
27.18%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.69g
57.38%
Vitamin A:20687.63IU
413.75%
Manganese:1.33mg
66.65%
Copper:0.84mg
41.99%
Phosphorus:408.27mg
40.83%
Magnesium:117.12mg
29.28%
Potassium:957.41mg
27.35%
Fiber:6.7g
26.79%
Vitamin C:20.38mg
24.71%
Vitamin K:24.22µg
23.07%
Iron:3.91mg
21.73%
Vitamin E:3.05mg
20.34%
Zinc:2.7mg
18.03%
Selenium:10.89µg
15.56%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.48%
Calcium:153.94mg
15.39%
Folate:46.25µg
11.56%
Vitamin B5:1.07mg
10.7%
Vitamin B3:1.79mg
8.93%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.27%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.57%
Source:Epicurious