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dried pumpkin

🥗Healthier: fresh pumpkin

💰Cheaper: canned pumpkin

Canned pumpkin is more accessible and often less expensive.

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat while bell peppers are milder.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

Paprika adds flavor without the heat.

Soak dried pumpkin in water for 2-3 hours until softened.

Drain and chop the soaked pumpkin into bite-sized pieces.

Heat mustard oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add green chilies and sauté for another minute.

Sprinkle in turmeric, coriander powder, and cumin powder; stir to combine.

Add the chopped dried pumpkin to the pan; mix well with the spices.

Pour in a little water to help cook the pumpkin; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste; stir occasionally.

Once the pumpkin is tender, remove from heat and stir in fresh cilantro and lime juice.

Serve warm with rice or as a side dish.

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