When golden aromas fill your kitchen…
Gently fragrant pumpkin, subtle curry notes, and a hint of Riesling—this risotto combines everything we love about autumn: warmth, depth, and well-being. The secret lies in the aromatic blend of French-Indian Vadouvan French curry, creamy pumpkin puree, and a dash of Riesling, which lends the whole an elegant freshness. Topped with feta, roasted pecans, and charred pumpkin slices, this dish is truly a treat for the soul.
What you will find in this recipe
- Ingredients for 2-3 servings
- Step-by-step preparation
- Little secrets of the ingredients
- Looking for more autumn enjoyment?
Ingredients for 2-3 servings
- 250 g risotto rice
- 300 g honeynut squash , diced
- 1 onion & 2 garlic cloves , finely chopped
- 2 tbsp Vadouvan French Curry (Epic Spice)
- 800 ml organic chicken bone broth (J. Kinski)
- 100 ml Riesling Kremser Weinberg 2021 (Weingut Türk)
- 100 ml coconut milk 🥥
- 50 g Parmesan , freshly grated
- 1 tbsp butter
- Salt & Pepper
For the topping
- Roasted pecans
- Feta , crumbled
- Pumpkin slices cooked , seasoned & charred
preparation
- Prepare the pumpkin: Dice the honeynut pumpkin, mix it with the vadouvan curry, garlic, a little salt, and olive oil. Roast it on a baking sheet at 190°C for about 20–25 minutes until soft. Then blend it with the coconut milk until smooth.
- Prepare the base: Sauté the onion in butter until translucent. Add the risotto rice and cook briefly.
- Deglaze with Riesling: Deglaze the rice with the Riesling and let it simmer.
- Add the stock: Gradually add the warm chicken stock and simmer while stirring until the rice is creamy but still firm to the bite.
- Stir in pumpkin puree: Towards the end, fold in the creamy pumpkin-coconut puree. Season with salt and pepper.
- Refine: Stir in butter and Parmesan cheese until the risotto is nice and creamy.
- To serve: Top with toasted pecans, crumbled feta, and charred pumpkin slices.
Little secrets of the ingredients
Vadouvan French Curry – Flavors from two worlds
This exceptional spice blend from Epic Spice combines the depth of Indian spices with the elegance of French cuisine. Shallots, curry leaves, and turmeric give your risotto a fragrant, almost buttery flavor.
Aha moment : Vadouvan is the only curry that develops a delicate, caramelly note thanks to lightly roasted onions and garlic – perfect for creamy dishes.
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Organic Chicken Bone Broth – Powerful, clear and with soul
J. Kinski 's broth is gently simmered for 48 hours—rich in collagen, minerals, and flavor. It adds depth, structure, and natural flavor to the risotto without the need for additional flavorings.
Did you know? The collagen it contains makes the risotto particularly creamy—without the need for cream or whipped cream.
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Riesling Kremser Weinberg – Elegance in the glass
The Riesling from Weingut Türk brings balance and freshness to the dish. Its mineral acidity enhances the sweetness of the pumpkin and brings the risotto to life.
A little insider tip: Riesling acts as a natural flavor enhancer – its acidity enhances the aromas of the curry and makes the pumpkin taste even more intense.
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Fancy more autumn enjoyment?
As the leaves change color outside, this risotto brings warmth, fragrance, and coziness to the plate. Creamy, aromatic, and with a certain something – perfect for golden autumn days.
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✨ Tip: On Instagram you can find the corresponding reel from Foodtastic , which shows the preparation step by step – perfect for cooking at home.
Your Great Taste Team wishes you a lot of enjoyment!
