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Shallow Fried Pumpkin
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Shallow Fried Pumpkin

A shallow fried pumpkin dish that delivers comfort and crunch while keeping things light and vegetable-forward.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large bowl pumpkin peeled and sliced
  • 1 tsp salt for pumpkin
  • 1/2 cup chickpea flour
  • 1/2 cup rice flour
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tbsp curry leaves chopped (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for shallow frying

Method
 

  1. Peel the pumpkin and cut it into slices that are neither too thin nor too thick.
  2. Wash the pumpkin slices well and add 1 tsp salt. Set aside briefly.
  3. In a bowl, combine chickpea flour, rice flour, cayenne pepper, turmeric, coriander powder, cumin powder, curry leaves if using, and salt.
  4. Add a little water and mix to form a thick, smooth paste.
  5. Coat the pumpkin slices evenly with the batter.
  6. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  7. Place the coated pumpkin slices in the pan without overcrowding.
  8. Cover and cook, flipping in between, until both sides are golden.
  9. The pumpkin is done when a fork passes through easily.
  10. Remove from the pan and serve hot.

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Notes

Slice pumpkin evenly for uniform cooking.
Keep the batter thick so it coats well without dripping.
Medium heat is key to avoid burning before the pumpkin cooks through.
Do not rush flipping; let each side cook properly.
Best eaten fresh for crisp texture.
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