Recipe
   Butternut Squash and Eggplant Curry
Embark on a flavorful journey with this vibrant butternut squash and eggplant curry, harmoniously blended with an array of fresh vegetables and aromatic spices. This dish offers a perfect balance of creamy coconut milk and rich flavors, served elegantly over delicate rice noodles, making it a delightful choice for any culinary occasion.
Ingredients
| 1⁄2 | butternut squash, peeled and cut into small chunks | 
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| 1⁄2 | eggplant, peeled and cut into small chunks | 
| 2 | cups water | 
| 1 | cup purple cabbage, shredded | 
| 1⁄2 | cup carrot, shredded | 
| 1 | medium onion, chopped | 
| 1 | medium red bell pepper, chopped | 
| 3 | garlic cloves, minced | 
| 1 | tablespoon ginger, minced | 
| 1 | tablespoon curry powder | 
| 1⁄2 | teaspoon salt | 
| 1 | cup broccoli floret, chopped | 
| 2 | coconut milk | 
| 2 | teaspoons cilantro, chopped | 
| 1 | cup firm tofu, cut into small chunks | 
| 1 | water chestnuts, sliced | 
| 1 | teaspoon cornstarch (optional) | 
| 1 | ((14 ounce)) package rice noodles | 
Instructions
| Preparation and Cooking | |
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| 1. | In a large skillet or wok, combine the butternut squash, eggplant, and water. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender. You may need to add more water as it cooks down to prevent sticking. | 
| 2. | Prepare the rice noodles according to the package directions. Drain and set aside, ready for serving. | 
| 3. | Add the remaining ingredients to the skillet, allowing the mixture to simmer for 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. | 
| 4. | If the sauce appears too thin, create a slurry by mixing the cornstarch with a tablespoon of sauce until smooth. Stir this back into the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until thickened to your desired consistency. | 
| 5. | Serve the aromatic curry over the prepared rice noodles, garnished with additional cilantro if desired. | 
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 864.6 kcal | 
| Protein | 15 g | 
| Fat | 31.6 g | 
| Carbohydrates | 137.8 g | 
| Fiber | 14.1 g | 
| Sugar | 20.7 g | 
Published on Jul 23, 2024 by Luminița