Come home to this slow-cooker curry with pumpkin, lentils and coconut
This dish draws inspiration from South Asian flavours, with tamarind providing a tangy twist that nods to South-East Asian cuisine. Hearty lentils, creamy coconut, and the sweetness of pumpkin elevate this curry to a league of its own.
But the real magic happens at the end, when you make a quick tadka: sizzling ghee infused with garlic, curry leaves, and mustard seeds, finished off with fresh tomatoes for a burst of brightness.
Cooking this in a slow cooker is a game-changer. The low, steady heat gives the spices time to meld and the lentils and pumpkin time to soften to perfection. Set it and forget, it's ready when you are.
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