# Curried Pumpkin Noodles This Unconventional Udon Dish is Topped with a Gourd Thai Curry By M | Published 2015-10-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/udon References: [cupcakesandkalechips](http://cupcakesandkalechips.com/pumpkin-thai-curry-udon/) & [cupcakesandkalechips](http://cupcakesandkalechips.com) This delicious thai curry udon fusion dish combines popular Asian cuisine with produce in abundance during the autumnal months. The curry calls for the addition of pumpkin added a refreshing sweetness to the spicy meal. This pumpkin thai curry udon is a great meal to make during the fall and it only requires one pot for cooking. The curry is made from [red curry paste](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lays-thaistyle-red-curry) infused with garlic, fish sauce, sesame oil and pumpkin puree. The pumpkin gives the curry a festive orange color. The curry sauce is topped onto freshly cooked [udon noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-sunny-mee-krob) and served with lime juice. This is a great dish to have if you fancy spicy foods and are looking for a way to incorporate [seasonal fruits and veggies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superfood-fall-soups) into your cooking. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Seasonal Ingredient Fusion:** The fusion of different cuisines with seasonal produce can create exciting and innovative flavor combinations. - **One-pot Cooking:** The popularity of one-pot meals is increasing, creating opportunities for innovative kitchenware and cooking tools. - **Fruit and Vegetable-based Curries:** Using fruits and vegetables as the main ingredient in curries creates a healthy and flavorful alternative to meat-based options. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Incorporating seasonal produce and experimenting with fusion of cuisines can create trendy and innovative dishes that attract more customers. - **Kitchenware and Cooking Tools:** One-pot cooking is becoming more popular, creating opportunities for innovative cookware and kitchen gadgets. - **Health and Wellness:** Fruit and vegetable-based curries provide a healthy alternative to meat-based options, catering to the growing demand for healthy and tasty food options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Thanksgiving-Inspired Noodle Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turkey-dinner.md) - [Wheat Noodle-Topped Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/udon-pizza.md) - [Seasonal Restaurant Menu Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-curry-chicken.md) - [Thanksgiving Instant Ramens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cup-noodles-turkey-dinner.md) - [Fused-Flavor Instant Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seapoodle.md) - [Flatbread-Paired Curry Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roti-with-thai-red-curry.md) - [Organic Curry Pastes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-thai-red-curry-paste.md) - [From-Scratch Curry Cooking Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tuk-tuk-club.md) - [Thai Cuisine Meal Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pad-thai-noodle-kit.md)