Butternut Squash Curry
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
239 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch
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Cuisine
Ethiopian
Butternut Squash Curry
Description
Butternut Squash Curry highlights the natural sweetness of butternut squash accented by the earthy complexity of berbere spice mix and traditional warming spices like cardamom and fenugreek. The preparation begins by sweating red onions before sautéing them with niter kibbeh or butter, which enhances the aromatic base. Garlic is added alongside the spices to develop the curry's distinctive profile. Simmering the squash in stock until tender allows the flavors to meld thoroughly while keeping the squash intact but soft.
The resulting curry features a creamy texture from the softened squash and a balanced spice heat from the berbere without overpowering the dish. This curry can be served as a main vegetarian dish or alongside grains or breads for a complete meal. Salt is added to taste, enabling the cook to control seasoning levels according to preference.
Ingredients
- 2 red onion minced
- 1/4 cup niter kibbeh or ghee or unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic chopped
- 1 tablespoon berbere spice mix
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon fenugreek (optional)
- 2 pounds butternut squash peeled, seeded and cut into chunks
- 2 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Add the onions to a large, heavy pot and turn the heat to medium-high. As they heat up, keep an eye on the onions, stirring them frequently so they don't stick. You want to sweat them without oil at this point. When they've lost some moisture and are wilting, now add the butter and start sautéing them. Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring often.
- Add all the remaining ingredients except the stock, mix well and cook for about 5 minutes, again stirring often. Pour in the stock, bring it to a simmer and add salt to taste. Simmer, uncovered, until the squash is tender.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 239 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 239kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 597mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 891mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 24359IU | 487% |
| Vitamin C | 54mg | 60% |
| Calcium | 127mg | 13% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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