
Made with AI
Cut the peeled pumpkin into bite-sized cubes. Finely dice the onion, mince the garlic, and finely grate the fresh ginger.
Rinse the basmati rice under cold running water until the water is mostly clear. Place the rice in a saucepan with 360 ml water and about one-quarter of the salt.
Bring the rice to a boil, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 12 minutes, then remove from the heat and let it rest, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
While the rice cooks, heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent.
Add the garlic, ginger, and mild curry powder. Cook for 1 minute, stirring continuously, until fragrant.
Add the pumpkin cubes, drained chickpeas, light coconut milk, and the remaining salt. Stir well and bring the curry to a gentle simmer.
Cover the pan and cook over medium-low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pumpkin is tender but still holds its shape. If the curry becomes too thick, stir in a small splash of water.
Add the baby spinach in batches and stir until completely wilted, about 2–3 minutes.
Remove the curry from the heat and stir in the lime juice. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Divide the basmati rice among serving bowls, spoon the creamy coconut chickpea and pumpkin curry over the rice, and serve hot.