PUMPKIN PITH CURRY

INGREDIENTS

pumpkin pith peeled & coarsely chopped  3 cups
onion chopped  2
tomatoes 2
oil  4 tbsp
cream   4 tbsp
cashew nuts  1 tbsp
cumin seeds  1 tbsp
poppy seeds/ kaskas   1 tbsp
chilli pdr    1 tsp
salt to taste
ginger-garlic paste   1 tsp
coriander leaves finely chopped  1 tbsp
water  3/4 cup

Method

cook the pumpkin pith in water till tender. keep aside.
Grind onion, tomatoes, cashew nuts, poppy seeds, chilli pdr & ginger garlic paste into a smooth mixture.
Cook the pith & keep aside.
heat oil in a thick pan, add the ground masala, fry well on moderate heat, till oil comes out & the masala is well cooked.
Add the pumpkin pieces, salt & 3/4 cup water.
Simmer till a thick gravy is formed.
Add the beaten cream & coriander leaves, mix well. Remove.
Serve hot with rotis.