Pumpkin Thai Curry Pot Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• Pumpkin: 1 kg (2.2 pounds)
• All-purpose flour: 300 grams (10.5 ounces)
• Unsalted butter: 150 grams (5.3 ounces)
• Thai red curry paste: 4 tablespoons
• Chicken breast: 500 grams (17.6 ounces)
• Cream: 200 ml (6.8 fl oz)
• Salt and pepper: to taste
• Fresh herbs (such as basil or cilantro): to garnish

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 45 minutes
• Total: 75 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Peel and cube the pumpkin.
3. In a large pot, boil the pumpkin cubes until tender. Drain and set aside.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the flour and 100 grams of butter to make the pie crust. Press the dough into a pie dish.
5. Cube the chicken breast and season with salt and pepper.
6. In a saucepan, melt the remaining butter and add the Thai red curry paste. Stir until well combined.
7. Add the chicken cubes to the curry mixture and cook until the chicken is partially cooked.
8. Add the cream and pumpkin cubes to the chicken mixture. Mix well and cook for a few minutes.
9. Pour the mixture into the pie crust.
10. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
11. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve.

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

• Calories: 560
• Fat: 28 g
• Carbohydrates: 48 g
• Protein: 28 g

Dish Characteristics:

• Combination of Thai and American flavors, with a creamy and spicy filling inside a flaky pie crust.
• Pumpkin adds a sweet and rich texture to the dish.
• Suitable for those who enjoy both sweet and spicy flavors.

User Comments:

1. "The combination of Thai curry and pumpkin in a pie was unexpected but absolutely delicious!"
2. "The pie crust was flaky and crispy, while the filling was creamy and had a perfect balance of flavors."
3. "I love how this dish combines traditional American baking with unique Thai flavors."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use fresh ingredients, especially the pumpkins, to get the best flavor and texture.
• Adjust the amount of Thai red curry paste based on your preference for spice level.
• Use a good quality all-purpose flour for a flaky pie crust.