INDIAN SUMMER STEW: BUTTERNUT SQUASH, COCONUT, AND LENTIL STEW

Indian Summer Stew: Butternut Squash, Coconut, and Lentil Stew image

Provided by Aarti Sequeira

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

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Ingredients

1 cup yellow split pigeon peas (toor dal)
1 pound butternut squash, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 2 1/2 cups)
1 Roma tomato, diced
1/2 cup fresh, frozen, or dried shredded coconut
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
4 cups vegetable stock or water, or enough to cover
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon brown or black mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon honey
1 lime, juiced
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

Rinse the pigeon peas in a couple changes of water.
In a large soup pot, combine the squash, drained pigeon peas, tomato, coconut, turmeric, cumin, and enough stock to cover. Bring to a boil, and then simmer, covered, 20 minutes. Remove the cover and simmer another 10 minutes.
To temper: In a small skillet, warm the canola oil until shimmering. Add the mustard seeds and when they stop popping, add the red pepper flakes, garlic, and salt. Swirl the skillet so the contents cook evenly, and cook another 10 seconds. Then pour the contents of the skillet into the soup, along with the salt. Spoon a ladleful of soup back into the skillet (it will sizzle, be careful!), and pour back into the soup pot. Finish with the honey, lime juice, and cilantro. Adjust the seasonings, to taste, and enjoy a little Indian summer in the middle of your winter!

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Akbar Molla

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This stew is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash.

Michke Allen

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I can't wait to make this stew again.

Imtiaz Shdul

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This stew is a must-try for any butternut squash lover.

Bryson Bishop

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This is the best butternut squash stew I've ever had!

Tammy Deitz

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The spices in this stew are perfect.

Saea Al usef

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I love the creamy texture of this stew.

Henrietta Ajirioghene

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Yum! This stew is so flavorful and comforting.

5KLORD BEATS

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I've made this stew several times and it always comes out perfect. It's a great recipe for a weeknight meal.

Yung Myron

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This stew is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests.

Cameron Finnegan

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This is one of my favorite recipes! I love the combination of sweet butternut squash and creamy coconut milk.

BOT_BOY 54

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I made this stew in my slow cooker and it turned out great! The flavors really melded together over time.

Faheem Hassan

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This stew is perfect for a cold winter night. It's warm and hearty, and the spices are just right.

RASHED ISLAM

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I was looking for a new butternut squash recipe and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I tried it! The flavors are amazing and the stew is so creamy and comforting.

vipin nallatt

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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always comes out perfect. So easy to make and so delicious.

Lazy Einstein

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Love the fusion of Indian spices and coconut milk in this stew! It's such a unique and flavorful dish.

GAMBOOL YT

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I made this stew last night and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the creamy coconut sauce and the tender butternut squash. I'll definitely be making this again.