Tuesday 20 September 2011

Butternut Squash Bharta




Ingredients:

1/2 butternut squash (medium sized)

1 onion chopped

1 green chilly

1 tsp coriander

3-4 tbsp yoghurt

1 tbspn oil

1/4 tsp mustard seeds


Method:

1)Microwave the whole squash for 20-30 sec so that it becomes easy to cut it into half and peel it.

2)Cut the half squash into four and pressure cook it/steam it.

3)Smash the cooked squash.

4)Heat the oil and add the mustard seeds.

5)Add the onions and chilly and fry till onions become transparent.

6)Add the squash and some salt to taste.

7)Mix well and remove from fire.

8)Add some yoghurt and chopped coriander.

9)Serve.


Here's is a picture of a medium - sized butternut squash:



Butternut squash has a sweet, nutty taste similar to that of a pumpkin.It is a good source of fibre, vitamin C,magnesium, and potassium. It is also an excellent source of vitamin A and vitamin E.

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