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    Butternut Squash Curry (Stovetop + Instant Pot)

    Published: Sep 29, 2019 · Modified: Jul 20, 2021 by Kristen Wood - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! Naturally vegan.

      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry

    Here we go with another curry, folks! My ultimate comfort food addiction! This particular curry is so super simple and quick & easy to throw together, yet bursting with BIG flavor! I absolutely adore this spice blend and the subtle sweetness of the butternut squash poking through in this Indian inspired dish. I hope you do, too!

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    • Why You'll Love This Recipe
    • What Ingredients are Needed to Make Butternut Squash Curry?
    • How to Make Butternut Squash Curry (Instant Pot) - Step by Step
    • How to Serve
    • Top Tips
    • Common Recipe Questions
    • More Vegan Curry Recipes
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      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry
      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry

    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    • Simple, quick, easy and healthy!
    • Super hearty and comforting.
    • Filled with delicious heart-warming spices.
    • Versatile, and can be enjoyed a variety of ways.
    • Vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, nut-free, soy-free, and refined sugar-free.
      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry
      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry

    What Ingredients are Needed to Make Butternut Squash Curry?

    • Butternut squash.
    • Onion & garlic.
    • Green chile.
    • A special spice blend.
    • Water or vegetable broth.
    • Vinegar.
    • Coconut sugar
    • Sea salt.
    • Optional mixed greens.

    (Note: please see full recipe card towards bottom of post for full recipe ingredients, amounts, and method.)

      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry
      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry

    How to Make Butternut Squash Curry (Instant Pot) - Step by Step

    1. Prep butternut squash (or use frozen).
      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry

    2. Saute onion, garlic, and chile.

      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry

    3. Prep spices.

      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry

    4. Add spices and butternut squash.

      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry

    5. Add broth or water.

      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry

    6. Cook on manual high pressure for 4 minutes. Quick release, then stir in salt, greens and vinegar.

      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry

    7. Enjoy!

      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry

    How to Serve

    • On its own.
    • Over a bed of rice, quinoa, or millet.
    • Over cauliflower rice.
    • In wraps.
    • With naan bread.
      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry
      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry

    Top Tips

    1. Not a fan of spicy?

      This butternut squash curry is a touch on the spicy side. If you are not a fan of spicy, you can omit the green chile and red chili flakes for still tasty results!

    2. Choose your acid

      You can use lemon or lime juice in place of apple cider vinegar for very similar results.

    3. Store it

      This butternut squash curry keeps well in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to one week.

      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry
      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry

    Common Recipe Questions

    1. Can I omit the coconut sugar?

      Yes. You can omit the coconut sugar, or use honey, maple syrup, cane sugar or a sugar free sweetener as an alternative!

      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry
      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry

    More Vegan Curry Recipes

    Coconut Chickpea Curry (Vegan)

    Instant Pot Red Lentil & Potato Curry (Vegan, Gluten-Free)

    Sweet Potato and Cauliflower Rice Coconut Curry (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

    Spicy Kale & Potato Curry (Vegan, Gluten-Free)

      This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal! #butternutsquashcurry #instantpotbutternutsquashcurry

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    butternut squash curry in a white bowl served with rice

    Butternut Squash Curry (Stovetop + Instant Pot)

    This super quick, easy and flavorful Butternut Squash Curry can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker (in just about 10 minutes!) or the stovetop for ease and convenience! This delicious spicy vegan curry dish can be enjoyed on it own, or served over rice or quinoa, for a healthy and comforting autumn meal!
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    Course: Entrées, Main Course, Vegan
    Cuisine: Ayurveda, Indian, Vegan
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 2 minutes
    Cook Time: 6 minutes
    Coming to Pressure Time for Instant Pot: 4 minutes
    Total Time: 12 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Author: Kristen Wood

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
    • 1 onion chopped
    • 4 garlic cloves minced
    • 1 green chile chopped (raw or roasted Hatch, or raw jalapeno or serrano)
    • 1 butternut squash peeled and cubed or 4 cups frozen cubed squash
    • 2 tablespoons curry powder
    • 1 teaspoon coconut sugar
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
    • 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
    • 2 1/2 cups water or vegetable broth
    • 1 large handful mixed greens optional
    • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
    • sea salt or pink salt to taste
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    Instructions

    Instant Pot

    • Set Instant Pot to saute mode. Add oil, onion, garlic and chile. Saute for 2 minutes.
    • Add butternut squash and spices (curry powder through red chili flakes).
    • Stir in water or broth.
    • Set to manual high pressure for 4 minutes.
    • When time is up, quick release pressure and stir in vinegar, greens and then salt to taste.
    • Serve and enjoy!

    Stovetop

    • In a pot over medium heat saute onion, garlic and chile in coconut oil.
    • Add squash and spices.
    • Stir in broth or water.
    • Bring to a boil, cover and reduce to a simmer.
    • Simmer for 10 minutes, or until squash is tender, adding more liquid if necessary.
    • Serve and enjoy!

    Notes

    Please see ‘Tips’ above in the blog post for suitable substitutions, storage advice and more!
    You might also like our October Produce Guide.
    Also see our: Cauliflower Rice Curry.
    You might like: What Does Tamarind Taste Like?

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 148kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 60mg | Potassium: 758mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 19998IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 121mg | Iron: 2mg

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    1. Michele taylor says

      December 03, 2020 at 6:42 pm

      Your recipes all sound soo good, I can't wait to try them. Keep up the good work!

      Reply
      • Kristen Wood says

        December 04, 2020 at 12:15 am

        Thank you so much! That means a ton. đŸ™‚

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    2. Hannah says

      November 09, 2019 at 9:39 am

      Hi! This is a lovely recipe, but it doesn't state how much liquid to add in. What do you recommend? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Kristen Wood says

        November 09, 2019 at 2:55 pm

        Oh my gosh, I'm so sorry! Tired mama brain. I've now fixed it - 2 1/2 cups! I hope you enjoy it. đŸ™‚

        Reply
    3. Daniela Modesto says

      October 01, 2019 at 1:39 pm

      I love squash season! This curry sounds up my alley! Gotta get my IP ready!

      Reply
    4. jenna urben says

      September 30, 2019 at 9:08 pm

      I love butternut squash! It's on major sale at my grocery store so I might have to stock up. This will be perfect for the fall season ahead đŸ™‚

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