Celebrate the flavors of fall with this deliciously warm and cozy Autumn Delight Pumpkin & Lentil Coconut Curry. This nutritious and comforting meal features red lentils, pumpkin, and creamy coconut milk, delicately spiced for the perfect well-rounded dish on chilly evenings.
In a large, deep skillet or saucepan, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
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Stir in the ground turmeric, ground cumin, curry powder, ground coriander, chili powder, and garam masala, and cook for 1 minute more until the spices are fragrant.
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Add the red lentils, cubed pumpkin, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover with a lid. Simmer for 25-30 minutes, until the lentils are cooked through and mostly softened, and the pumpkin is tender.
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Uncover the skillet, increase the heat to medium, and stir in the coconut milk, peanut butter, and lemon juice. Cook for 5 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
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Turn off the heat and stir in the fresh spinach, allowing it to wilt gently.
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Serve the curry over cooked basmati rice or with Indian flatbread, garnished with fresh cilantro.