Winter Garden Paleo Curry (Printable)

Aromatic winter vegetables simmered in a creamy coconut sauce for a nourishing meal.

# List of ingredients:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
02 - 2 cups cauliflower florets
03 - 1 large carrot, sliced
04 - 1 parsnip, sliced
05 - 1 cup Brussels sprouts, halved
06 - 1 medium red onion, diced
07 - 2 cups kale, chopped

→ Aromatics & Base

08 - 2 tbsp coconut oil
09 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
11 - 1 fresh red chili, sliced (optional)

→ Spices

12 - 2 tsp ground cumin
13 - 2 tsp ground coriander
14 - 1½ tsp turmeric powder
15 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
16 - ½ tsp cinnamon
17 - 1 tsp sea salt
18 - ½ tsp black pepper

→ Liquids

19 - 1 (14 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
20 - 1 cup vegetable broth (unsalted, paleo-compliant)
21 - Juice of 1 lime

→ Finishing Touches

22 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
23 - 1 tbsp toasted pumpkin seeds (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Heat coconut oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add diced red onion and sauté for 3 minutes until softened.
02 - Incorporate minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced chili. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, smoked paprika, cinnamon, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir constantly and toast for 1 minute.
04 - Stir in butternut squash, cauliflower, carrot, parsnip, and halved Brussels sprouts. Toss to evenly coat vegetables with the spice mixture.
05 - Pour in full-fat coconut milk and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
06 - Add chopped kale and lime juice. Simmer uncovered for 7 to 10 minutes until vegetables are fork-tender and sauce is slightly thickened.
07 - Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
08 - Sprinkle fresh cilantro and toasted pumpkin seeds on top before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The blend of aromatic spices makes every bite feel like a warm hug you’re sharing just between friends
  • It’s packed with hearty winter veggies that somehow melt into the coconut base creating a nourishing, full-flavored dish that’s surprisingly simple to make
02 -
  • Always toast your spices gently over medium heat to avoid burning and bitterness, which can easily ruin the depth of flavor
  • Adding kale towards the end preserves its vibrant color and slight crunch instead of turning it into mush
03 -
  • Prep all your ingredients before turning on the stove to keep the cooking process smooth and stress-free
  • The trick to a silky sauce is gentle simmering with the lid on then finishing uncovered so it thickens beautifully

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