Name: Mathanga Van Payar Curry | Pumpkin Red Cowpea Curry
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 Small Piece Yellow pumpkin(Pumpkin) (Deseeded and cut into small pieces, ); 1/2 cup Red Cowpea (Van Payar) Soaked in water for 15 minutes. (You can also substitute green gram instead. ); 2 nos Garlic Cloves (Crushed); 1 tsp Mustard seeds; 2 nos Dry Red Chillies (Kollamulaku); Curry leaves (Few); As reqd Oil; As reqd Salt; 1 Cup Grated Coconut; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 2 nos. Green Chillies; A pinch Turmeric; 2 nos. Shallots; 2 nos Dry Red Chillies (Broken in half); 1 tsp Mustard seeds; Few Curry leaves

Discover the Art of Culinary Harmony with Mathanga Van Payar Curry

A Flavorful Pumpkin Red Cowpea Curry

Indulge your senses in the rich tapestry of flavors and nutritional goodness with the curry dish. This is a delightful gravy dish that epitomizes the essence of traditional Indian cuisine. This curry dish is a culinary masterpiece that seamlessly blends the earthy sweetness of pumpkin with the goodness of red cowpeas.

A Culinary Gem

Mathanga Van Payar Curry, also known as Pumpkin Red Cowpea Curry, is a culinary gem hailing from the southern regions of India. This dish not only tantalizes the taste buds but also serves as a wholesome addition to any dining experience. The robust flavors and vibrant colors of the curry reflect the diverse cultural heritage of the region.

Versatility And Health Benefits

At the heart of the dish, lies the humble pumpkin, a vegetable celebrated for its versatility and health benefits. Pumpkins are a rich source of vitamins, particularly A and C, along with essential minerals like potassium. The natural sweetness of pumpkin adds a delightful contrast to the hearty texture of red cowpeas. Red cowpeas are a powerhouse of nutrients, offering a wholesome dose of protein, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals.

Symphony Of Flavors

Beyond its nutritional benefits, the curry dish is a celebration of traditional cooking methods and the art of spice blending. The carefully curated blend of spices, including cumin, turmeric, and mustard seeds, imparts a depth of flavor that elevates the dish to a gastronomic delight. The spices not only contribute to the rich taste but also offers anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Mathanga Van Payar Curry is more than just a dish, it is a journey into the heart of Indian culinary traditions. With its vibrant colors, robust flavors, and nutritional benefits, this curry dish stands as a testament to the exquisite balance achieved through the artful combination of simple, wholesome ingredients.

Mathanga Van Payar Curry | Pumpkin Red Cowpea Curry

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Prep Time 30

Total Time 30

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Kerala

Servings people

Ingredients

1 Small Piece Yellow pumpkin(Pumpkin) Deseeded and cut into small pieces,
1/2 cup Red Cowpea (Van Payar) Soaked in water for 15 minutes. You can also substitute green gram instead.
2 nos Garlic Cloves Crushed
1 tsp Mustard seeds
2 nos Dry Red Chillies Kollamulaku
Curry leaves Few
As reqd Oil
As reqd Salt

For Grinding:

1 Cup Grated Coconut
1 tsp Cumin Seeds
2 nos. Green Chillies
A pinch Turmeric

For Seasoning:

2 nos. Shallots
2 nos Dry Red Chillies Broken in half
1 tsp Mustard seeds
Few Curry leaves

Instructions

Cook the soaked van payar in required water, a pinch of turmeric and salt in a cooker till done. Meanwhile cook the chopped pumpkin with crushed garlic and salt on the stove till done.
Smash the pumpkin pieces moderately and mix with the cooked van payar along with gravy, so that it is mixed well.
:- Let this mixture remain thick and not watery.
Grind together the ingredients under grinding: coconut, green chillies, cumin seeds and turmeric to a soft mixture.
Mix it with the cooked pumpkin red cowpea mixture. Heat the curry.
Add very little water to get the required consistency.
Bring it to a boil and remove from flame.
Now its time for seasoning and refer to ingredients under seasoning. Heat coconut oil in a frying pan.
Splutter mustard seeds.
Add curry leaves, chopped shallots and red chillies to it.
Saute, until the small onion turns golden brown.
Pour the above seasoning into the Mathanga Van Payar Curry.

Notes

You can visit this link Pumpkin Stir Fry. You can also visit this link Van Payar Thenga Curry.

Keyword Mathanga Van Payar Curry, Pumpkin Red Cowpea Curry

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nasiya June 17, 2005

Wow….I tried this out and it came very good. Its simple and easy to prepare. Thanks..keep the good work going

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renju October 7, 2006

Super recipe. Came out so well, in short time.
Many thanks.

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nisha February 19, 2011

People who hate pumpkin, must try this recipe. U will love eating pumpkin later. Its my experience. Wonderful. Thanks…

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anu November 7, 2009

I loved it!!!!!. was never a fan of pumpkin. but this was very good. my husband just couldnt stop licking his fingers….. thanx


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sherin June 1, 2010

Healthy and simply naadan..very nice.

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Sugan March 9, 2009

Excellent receipe Noori.I never liked greem gram before but this pumpkin combination was so good with the sprouted gram.

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sundaram October 10, 2006

very nice recipe…..a must try for Bachelors who likes “thengha aracha kootaan”

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shalini S February 25, 2007

Simply great and easy!!

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sumi June 20, 2005

very simple n easy to prepare……and very good nutrient value.

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tinu January 31, 2006

its so simple and can be done quickly…..its got that naadan taste.

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suja October 7, 2005

Oh thanks for sharing this.we enjoyed.KEEP IT UP.

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shaffi November 10, 2005

Just awesome with rice….. very easy to prepare. It just took 20mins for me to cook this curry.

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A good friend November 10, 2005

Its a typical kerala dish…..I just loved it. Good One!!!

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noor November 10, 2005

hi, I think we can avoid the garlic as it removes the original flavour from the curry….. this recipe is just excellent with white rice and papadam

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