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Easy Indian-Style Pumpkin Curry

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Description

This is a popular dish in Kerala, South India. It's made during the festivals and is an extremely nutritious and tasty preparation rich in antioxidants and vitamins. What's vital to the dish, however, is the process of frying the coconut in the end to season the dish. This imparts a unique flavor and aroma to this curry.

Ingredient:

  • 5 cups cubed fresh pumpkin
  • 2 cups water, or as needed
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • salt to taste
  • ½ cup grated coconut
  • 3 dried red chile peppers
  • 1 green chile pepper
  • 2 tablespoons water, or as needed
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil, divided
  • 2 dried red chile peppers
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon skinned split black lentils (urad dal)
  • 1 tablespoon grated coconut
  • 6 fresh curry leaves, or more to taste