How long does south indian mashed pumpkin [vegan] take to cook?

This main course typically takes 30-45 minutes to prepare and cook.

Can south indian mashed pumpkin [vegan] be made ahead?

Yes, you can prep components ahead. Cook fresh when ready to serve.

Why is south indian mashed pumpkin [vegan] so quick to make?

The simple ingredients and streamlined technique make this recipe fast without sacrificing flavor or nutrition.

How long does south indian mashed pumpkin [vegan] keep?

Store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days in an airtight container, or freeze for up to 1 month.

Is south indian mashed pumpkin [vegan] gluten-free?

Check that all ingredients are gluten-free certified. This recipe is naturally plant-based and can be made gluten-free.

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South Indian Mashed Pumpkin
[Vegan]

PT By: Preeti Tamilarasan

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In this South Indian dish, yellow pumpkin is cooked until tender in a pot tempered with curry leaves and spicy mustard seeds. As it cooks, onions, spicy chilis, and turmeric are added to the pot and cooked until the pumpkin is tender enough to be mashed. This side dish is... Read More

Ingredients You Need for South Indian Mashed Pumpkin [Vegan]

1 17-ounce yellow pumpkin, cubed with the skin on
1 medium-sized onion, finely chopped
2 green chilis, chopped
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
Salt, to taste
1 teaspoon mustard seed
1 stick of curry leaves
1 cup water

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How to Prepare South Indian Mashed Pumpkin [Vegan]

Wash the pumpkin and dice to cubes. Heat 2 teaspoons of oil in a pan or kadhai, and temper the mustard seeds and curry leaves. Add the chopped onions and green chilis and cook for 1 minute on medium-low heat. Add pumpkin cubes and stir well.
Add turmeric powder and add salt to taste. Cook it, covered, for 5 minutes. Add water and then cook it, covered, for another 10-12 minutes or until all the moisture is absorbed. During this span of time, stir the pumpkin occasionally and then mash it with a ladle.
Serve hot with rice and curry.

Nutritional Information

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