Pumpkin-Poppy Seeds Kootu

Here is another version of kootu which we enjoy at home. This is a very simple kootu where there is no roasting of dals/spices is involved. We love it for its simplicity. If you love the taste of poppy seeds, then it is a must try!!

For Day 2 week 3 of BM #28, check it out.


Ingredients - 

Pumpkin, cubed 1 1/2 cups (I used red pumpkin, the white one would be good too)
Toor Dal 3/4 cup
Salt to taste
Turmeric 1/4 tsp
Seasoning (Oil 2 tsp, Cumin Seeds 1/2 tsp, Mustard seeds 1/2 tsp, Curry Leaves few, Asafoetida 1/8 tsp)

Masala to Grind - 
Poppy Seeds 1 tsp 
Green chillies  3-4 (or to taste)
Coconut, grated 2 Tbsp

Method Of Preparation -

Pressure cook toor dal until cooked well. Boil pumpkin separately until just about tender.

Grind the ingredients listed under 'masala to grind' adding a little water and set aside. 

In a heated pan, add oil and the rest of the seasoning. After the mustard seeds crackle, add the ground masala paste and saute for a few seconds.

Add the turmeric, cooked pumpkin, cooked dal and salt. Mix well and let it simmer until the flavors blend.

Remove from fire and serve it hot with rice.


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Preparation Time 35 min
Serves 4-5
Posted by Harini R on Saturday, May 18, 2013

13 comments

  1. delicious and lip smacking kootu.

     
  2. Kootu looks amazing dear

     
  3. I have yet to try the koots..but this one surely sounds rich.bookmarked.

     
  4. Akila Says:
  5. Delicious kootu... Lip smacking

     
  6. looks great...another interesting kootu

     
  7. Pavani Says:
  8. Such a simple, healthy & delicious kootu.

     
  9. Priya Suresh Says:
  10. I rarely make kootu with pumpkins, poppy seeds addition sounds quite interesting. Delicious kootu.

     
  11. I must try this sometime. Sounds interesting & healthy

     
  12. This combo sounds new to me,loved the color of the kootu..

     
  13. Suma Gandlur Says:
  14. All the kootu versions of yours sound delicious.

     
  15. Srivalli Says:
  16. Enjoyed your kootus Harini..never used sesame till now..should try it sometime..

     
  17. Unknown Says:
  18. delicious kootu and so beautiful in color!!! love the serving bowls also!!
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  19. I totally forgot the taste of Poppy seeds, since it is banned here!!! Looks yum!!! :)

     
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