Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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3
servings
300 g

Kaddu (Pumpkin)

peeled and cut

0.5 unit

Tamarind

soaked

0.5 cup

Water

1 tsp

Sunflower Oil

1 unit

Dry Red Chilli

deseeded

0.25 tsp

Mustard Seeds

1 unit

Green Chilli

cut into 2 pieces

1 tbsp

Raisins

1 tbsp

Jaggery

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

Step 1
~3 min

Microwave 1/2 cup water and tamarind for 30-40 seconds.

Step 2
~3 min

Grind the tamarind mixture in a mixer grinder and strain it.

Step 3
~3 min

Wash, peel, and cut the pumpkin, removing the seeds.

Step 4
~3 min

Combine pumpkin and tamarind water in a pan.

Step 5
~3 min

Cover and cook for 10 minutes, or until the pumpkin is soft.

Step 6
~3 min

Mash the pumpkin.

Step 7
~3 min

Heat oil in a pan.

Step 8
~3 min

Add dry red chili and mustard seeds.

Step 9
~3 min

After 10 seconds, add green chilies, raisins, and the pumpkin mixture.

Step 10
~3 min

Cook for 1 minute.

Step 11
~3 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of jaggery and chili to your preference.

Use fresh, ripe pumpkin for the best flavor.

Roasting the pumpkin before cooking can enhance its sweetness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1 day in advance, store in refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with rice and lentils.

Serve as a part of a thali.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Dal
Rice
Tomato Onion Sabzi

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Nagaland, India

Cultural Significance

Part of the Naga cuisine which emphasizes simplicity and use of local ingredients.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Festivals
Community Feasts

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Lunch
Side Dish

Popularity Score

65/100