Pumpkin Curry with Lentils and Apples

Ingredients and Weight:

• Pumpkin: 1 kg (about 2.2 pounds)
• Red Lentils: 200 grams (about 0.44 pounds)
• Apples: 2, peeled and diced
• Onion: 1, chopped
• Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
• Curry powder: 2 tablespoons
• Canola oil: 3 tablespoons
• Salt: 1 teaspoon
• Chicken broth or vegetable broth: 500 ml (about 2 cups)
• Fresh cilantro or basil: to garnish

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Peel and dice the pumpkin into small cubes.
2. In a large pot, heat the canola oil over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, and cook until softened.
4. Add the curry powder and stir for a minute to release the flavors.
5. Add the diced apples and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes.
6. Add the red lentils and mix well.
7. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
8. Once boiling, add the diced pumpkin and reduce heat to medium-low.
9. Allow to simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils and pumpkin are cooked through.
10. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt.
11. Garnish with fresh cila ntro or basil.
12. Serve hot with rice or naan bread.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)

• Calories: Approximately 300-350 calories per serving (depending on rice or bread served with it)
• Fat: 10-15g
• Carbohydrates: 45-55g
• Protein: 15-20g

Dish Characteristics:

• A unique blend of flavors with the rich taste of pumpkin, combined with the earthy flavor of lentils and the crispness of apples.
• A hearty and healthy dish that is perfect for colder weather.
• Vegan-friendly and easily adaptable to a vegetarian diet.

User Comments:

1. "This dish was amazing! The flavors were so unique and delicious."
2. "I loved the combination of pumpkin and lentils. It was so comforting."
3. "This dish was a hit with my family. The apples added a nice crispness to the curry."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use red lentils as they cook faster and have a more delicate flavor than other types of lentils.
• Adjust the amount of curry powder according to your preference for spice level.
• If you want to make this dish vegetarian, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
• Pumpkin can be substituted with butternut squash if not available.