Coconut Pumpkin Lentil Stew Recipe

Name: Coconut Pumpkin Lentil Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, minced; 2 garlic cloves, pressed; 1 inch piece gingerroot, grated; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 (14 ounce) can light coconut milk; 32 ounces chicken or 32 ounces vegetable stock; 1/2 cup split red lentils, washed and drained; 1 (15 ounce) can unseasoned pumpkin puree; 1/2 - 1 teaspoon Thai red curry paste (optional); black pepper, to taste; 1/2 cup cilantro (to garnish)

Servings: persons

1 medium onion, minced
2 garlic cloves, pressed
1 inch piece gingerroot, grated
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 (14 ounce) can light coconut milk
32 ounces chicken or 32 ounces vegetable stock
1/2 cup split red lentils, washed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can unseasoned pumpkin puree
1/2 - 1 teaspoon Thai red curry paste (optional)
black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup cilantro (to garnish)

1
Heat vegetable oil over medium heat in a large saucepan, add the onion and saute until transparent.
2
Add the garlic and ginger, saute another 2 minutes until fragrant; lower heat and stir constantly to avoid burning.
3
Add the spices and saute for a minute more.
4
Stir in the coconut milk, stock, lentils, and pumpkin puree.
5
Simmer over medium-low heat for 40 to 50 minutes or until lentils are tender. Be sure to stir occasionally.
6
Before serving, stir in the red curry paste if you are using it or adjust seasoning with black pepper. For a smoother stew, you can use an immersion blender. Garnish with fresh cilantro or thai basil, serve with crusty bread.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium onion, minced, 2 garlic cloves, pressed, 1 inch piece gingerroot, grated, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Coconut Pumpkin Lentil Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Coconut Pumpkin Lentil Stew

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