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This Tofu Pumpkin Curry combines crispy tofu and creamy pumpkin in a fragrant coconut curry sauce. It's a 30-minute, vegan, and gluten-free dish perfect for a cozy autumn dinner.

With days getting shorter and the air turning crisp, there’s no better time to treat yourself and your loved ones to a meal that not only warms the stomach but also the soul.

This Tofu Pumpkin Curry is the perfect solution with its crispy tofu cubes, doused in a luxuriously spiced coconut and pumpkin sauce, served over a bed of rice and massaged kale. Yes, you heard it right, massaged kale! 

Whether you’re new to plant-based cooking or a seasoned vegan, this Tofu Pumpkin Curry is simple to make but rich in flavor! So, grab your aprons and let’s dive into this fall favorite.

All the things you’ll need for this comforting bowl of Tofu Pumpkin Curry are:

Tofu Pumpkin Curry Ingredients

  • tofu
  • coconut aminos
  • coconut butter
  • yellow onion
  • garlic cloves
  • fresh ginger
  • tomato paste
  • curry powder
  • cumin
  • coriander
  • paprika
  • cinnamon
  • nutmeg
  • pumpkin puree
  • coconut milk
  • chili garlic sauce
  • lime
  • baby spinach

To Serve

  • basmati rice
  • cardamom
  • tuscan kale
  • lemon

 

From the first whiff of garlic and onions sautéing to that final satisfying bite, this Tofu Pumpkin Curry proves that fall isn’t just about pumpkin spice lattes and apple picking. It’s about celebrating the full range of flavors and textures that autumnal ingredients have to offer. Pairing the robust, earthy character of tofu with the natural sweetness and creaminess of the pumpkin proves to be a delicious combination!

I love fall for so many reasons but most of all it’s the comforting, saucy and warm dishes that come along with it!! Summer meals are great but fall food feels like a massive hug (and hugs are my favorite!). Make this your new go-to comfort dish for a midweek meal that you can whip up in 30 minutes and enjoy more than once! That’s right, this dish is fantastic for meal prepping!

For those of you wondering how to give your kale that tender, silky texture, make sure you check out my detailed guide on how to massage kale here

So, what are you waiting for? Grab these seasonal ingredients and make this exquisite Tofu Pumpkin Curry a staple in your fall meal rotation. Trust me; your taste buds will thank you!

Jackie Akerberg

Author of the Clean Vegan Cookbook, Food Blogger and Recipe Developer from Des Moines, Iowa. 

Jackfruitful Kitchen has proudly been featured in Forks Over Knives, Vegan Bowls, Vegan Food and Living, and DSM Magazine.

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