Kaddu (Sweet and Sour Winter Squash)
- 1 (2 lb) butternut squash
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 14 teaspoon cumin seed
- 18 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
- 12 teaspoon turmeric
- 34 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons coriander powder
- 12 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 13 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- Peel and cut squash in half.
- (If it's too hard, zap squash in microwave for a couple minutes to make life easier).
- Scoop out and discard insides.
- Cut into 1-inch pieces, rinse, drain and set aside.
- Heat oil in a frying pan on medium high heat.
- Add cumin and fenugreek seeds and cook for a few seconds until seeds are golden brown.
- Add chopped squash, turmeric, salt, coriander, cayenne (if using), and water.
- Stir, cover and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer 15 - 18 minutes until squash is soft to the touch.
- Stir occasionally.
- Add lemon juice and sugar.
- Mash squash with a large spoon or potato masher and simmer 5 - 7 minutes.
butternut squash, vegetable oil, cumin, fenugreek seeds, turmeric, salt, coriander powder, cayenne pepper, water, lemon juice, sugar
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/kaddu-sweet-and-sour-winter-squash-197254 (may not work)