Indian · serves 2

Kaddu ki Sabzi

Sweet and sour pumpkin. Twenty minutes and it needs no onion or garlic.

20 min Easy Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 600g pumpkin, cubed with skin on
  • 1 tsp fenugreek seeds
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 2 dried red chillies
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp amchur
  • 1 tbsp jaggery
  • Hing
  • 3 tbsp oil

Method

  1. Leave the skin on. It holds the pieces together and softens completely.
  2. Fenugreek seeds, cumin, red chillies and hing in hot oil.
  3. Pumpkin, turmeric, coriander powder and salt. Toss to coat.
  4. Cover, low heat, 12 minutes. It cooks in its own moisture.
  5. Mash about a third of it against the pan.
  6. Amchur and jaggery at the end. Poori or roti.

Questions people ask about Kaddu ki Sabzi

How long does Kaddu ki Sabzi take?

About 20 minutes from starting to sitting down, and it is straightforward. That is start-to-finish, so it works on a weeknight when you have not planned anything.

Can I make Kaddu ki Sabzi ahead of time?

You can prepare it a few hours ahead and reheat gently. It keeps two days in the fridge, though it is best on the day.

Is Kaddu ki Sabzi vegetarian?

Yes, and as written it is vegan too. Check your specific brands if that matters to you.

What do you serve with Kaddu ki Sabzi?

Poori or roti. It serves two as written. Double everything to feed four, but use a wider pan so the food still browns rather than steams.

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