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Indian Yellow Pumpkin Thoran Recipe

A simple and delicious South Indian dish made with yellow pumpkin, coconut, and spices.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 500 g Yellow Pumpkin peeled and diced
  • 1 cup Grated Coconut
  • 2 tablespoon Coconut Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • 2 nos Green Chilies slit
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • 1 sprig Curry Leaves

Instructions 

  1. Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
  3. Add cumin seeds, green chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté for a minute.
  4. Add the diced yellow pumpkin, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well.
  5. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes until the pumpkin is tender.
  6. Add grated coconut and mix well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Serve hot as a side dish with rice or roti.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 800IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Pumpkin, Thoran, Vegetarian
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