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Pumpkin Choka - An easy recipe for seasoned, mashed pumpkin dish, traditionally severed as a side with roti. www.homemadezagat.com

Pumpkin Choka (Pumpkin Talkari)

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A simple Caribbean side dish made from steamed and sautéed pumpkin, also known as pumpkin talkari. This savory-sweet mash is seasoned with garlic, onion, and just enough heat. Perfect with sada roti, rice, or next to curry dishes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 166
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds pumpkin peeled and diced
  • 3 cloves garlic grated
  • 2 tablespoon oil
  • Salt to taste
  • 4 tablespoons water
  • 1 tsp ground geera optional

Method
 

  1. Put pumpkin, water, garlic, and salt in a heavy saucepan and steam on low heat until pumpkin is tender (mashed up)
  2. Add oil.
  3. Add salt to taste and leave to simmer to till consistency you prefer (don't let all the liquid dry out)
  4. If pumpkin wasn't sweet, add a little sugar while it simmers

Nutrition

Calories: 166kcal

Notes

  • Swap calabaza or any semi-sweet squash available.
  • Bouillon and cumin are optional, but they add extra savory depth.
  • Texture should be a thick mash, not watery. Keep an eye on liquid levels.
  • Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of water.

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