Indonesian Pork Curry

Succulent pork batches browned then simmered with fragrant Thai spices, pumpkin, and coconut milk, finished with fresh spinach and herbs.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 713.7 kcals 2854.8 kcals
Carbohydrates 21.2 grams 84.6 grams
Fat 49.6 grams 198.5 grams
Protein 45.6 grams 182.2 grams
Cook Time
25 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
6
tbsp
Thai Curry Paste
Red or green
Dairy
Liquids
1
tbsp
Meat
750
g
Pork
Strips or shoulder steaks diced into 2cm squares
NutsSeeds
1
clove
Garlic
Peeled and crushed
1
stick
Lemongrass
Sliced thinly
1
tbsp
Coriander
Fresh, coarsely shredded
1
tbsp
Basil
Fresh, coarsely shredded
1
unit
Salt
To taste
1
unit
Black Pepper
To taste
OilsFats
Vegetables
1
piece
Onion
Peeled and sliced thinly
2.5
cm
Ginger
Root, peeled and finely grated
350
g
Pumpkin
Peeled and cut into 2.5cm cubes
300
g
Spinach
Fresh leaves, washed

Steps

  • Heat the oil in a wok or heavy-based frying pan until smoking.
  • Cook the pork in batches until browned and golden, then remove and keep warm.
  • Sauté the onion and garlic over a gentle heat until softened.
  • Add the pumpkin cubes, ginger, fennel seeds, and lemongrass and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the Thai curry paste and cook until fragrant.
  • Return the pork to the pan with 300ml coconut milk, bring to the boil, and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Stir in the spinach, coriander, basil, lime juice, and seasoning before serving with rice.