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Pumpkin has become a staple in our diet since moving to Niger, West Africa over a year ago. We live in the Sahel, and vegetables are hard to come by. Pumpkin, however, is found year-round, my guess is because it has such a hard shell it doesn’t spoil easily in the heat. It was the middle of hot season, and pumpkin and onions had been the only veggies in sight for a while. I grew desperate and tired of eating the same old thing so I emailed my sister to see if she could send me some recipes containing pumpkin. I was so happy that she replied!
I went to the market, bought a big squash/pumpkin, and tried all the recipes within a week. The nice characteristic of pumpkin is that it often takes on the flavor of the dish, so each dish has its own unique taste. When I have the other veggies these recipes call for available, I add them. If I don’t, they become solely pumpkin dishes. I look for recipes that are quick, varied, and delicious. These were some of my favorites. http://www.fabulousfoods.com/recipes/article/141/28446
There is no substitute for the fresh basil leaves, they are a great addition! This is a really tasty coconut milk curry.
Since I don’t have any available, I substitute a little ground coriander for coriander leaves. However, if you can get them, use them! I love the eggs as an easy source of protein. A unique and very tasty stir fry that is easy to fix.
Thank you Katie! I tried the Mollie Katzen curry ( the first link) last week with butternut squash, and loved it. To make it a main dish, you could add garbanzo beans.
Thank you Katie! I tried the Mollie Katzen curry ( the first link) last week with butternut squash, and loved it. To make it a main dish, you could add garbanzo beans.
