Lunch
Pumpkin Sabzi (Kaddu)
30 min 3 serves Dt Manthan Sharma
SabziLightElderly
Ingredients
- •500 g yellow pumpkin, cubed
- •¼ tsp methi seeds, ½ tsp cumin, pinch asafoetida
- •¼ tsp turmeric, ½ tsp red chilli, ½ tsp coriander, ½ tsp amchur
- •Salt, 1 tsp oil, 1 tsp jaggery (optional)
- •Coriander
Method
- 1
Heat oil in a kadhai. Splutter methi seeds and cumin, add asafoetida.
- 2
Add pumpkin cubes, turmeric, red chilli, coriander powder and salt.
- 3
Mix well. Cover and cook 12-15 min on low, stirring occasionally, until pumpkin is soft.
- 4
Mash lightly for a thick sabzi.
- 5
Add amchur and optional jaggery for a mild sweet-sour taste. Finish with coriander.
- 6
Serve with poori or roti.
Dietitian's tip
Soft and gentle — ideal for the Elderly 60+ and gas-friendly plans.
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