Name: Pumpkin and Eggplant Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 2 Servings
Cuisine: Other

Jule’s Menu Verified

February 13, 2026

A cozy one-pot meal that’s perfect for chilly days. Tender pumpkin and eggplant bring plenty of vegetables, while black beans add protein and fiber for a satisfying dish. This pumpkin curry can be enjoyed on its own or served with rice or warm naan bread for a comforting, easy-to-make meal.

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Pumpkin and Eggplant Curry

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Ingredients

WarningPeanuts and 3 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Wash the pumpkin, remove the seeds, and cut the flesh into small cubes. Cut the eggplant into small cubes as well. Peel and finely dice the onion and garlic.

Heat oil in a pot, add onions and garlic, and sauté with a pinch of salt until translucent. Add spices and sauté for about 30 seconds. Add pumpkin and eggplant, sauté for one minute, then deglaze with vegetable broth and tomatoes.

Cover the curry and simmer for 20 minutes. Drain the liquid that has risen to the top from the beans, then add the beans along with any remaining liquid. Simmer the curry for another 15 minutes with the lid partially closed.

Season with peanut butter, lime juice, salt, and pepper, then simmer uncovered for another five minutes. Serve with your choice of side dishes or on its own.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Veggie Moisture Management 💦
Salt and drain eggplant cubes for 15-20 minutes before cooking to remove excess moisture and prevent a watery curry.
Spice Bloom Technique 🌶️
Toast dry spices like cumin and coriander in the oil for 30-45 seconds before adding other ingredients to enhance their aromatic depth.
Pumpkin Texture Mastery 🎃
Cut Hokkaido pumpkin into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking and prevent some pieces from becoming mushy while others remain undercooked.
Peanut Butter Integration 🥜
Stir peanut butter into the curry during the last 5-7 minutes of cooking to prevent separation and achieve a smooth, creamy texture.
Acid Balance Trick 🍋
Add lime juice just before serving to brighten flavors and cut through the richness of the curry, creating a more balanced dish.

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Hi, I’m Julia, and I’m the recipe developer, photographer, and author behind Jules’ Menu. I’ve spent the last eight years perfecting healthy everyday recipes so they strike the perfect balance between healthy and nourishing, simple and practical, and gourmet-level delicious.