Olan

A traditional Kerala-style mild curry made with pumpkin, green chilies, and coconut oil, known for its subtle flavors.

Ingredients

1. 1 cup red pumpkin
2. 1 cup white pumpkin
3. 6 green chilies
4. Salt to taste
5. 2 tbsp coconut oil
6. 10–12 curry leaves

Method

1. Prepare vegetables

   • Wash the pumpkins and cut them into medium-sized cubes
   • Wash the green chilies and slit them lengthwise
   • Keep everything ready before cooking

2. Cook the vegetables

   • Add pumpkin cubes and slit green chilies to a pan
   • Pour in 1 cup water and add salt
   • Cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are soft and fully cooked

3. Finish the dish

   • Lightly mash the cooked vegetables with a ladle
   • Pour in raw coconut oil and mix gently
   • Add curry leaves and adjust salt if needed
   • Serve hot