Immediately.
So, I marched towards the refrigerator to gather more inspiration.
I spotted something else that needs to be used ASAP.
Yogurt.
And so, pumpkin raita was born due to desperate attempt at salvaging pumpkins and yogurt.
While this was all unraveling, it was also lunchtime, so I needed to fix something that matched the speed of lighting before I collapse from hunger.
Boy, I seriously need to get better at grocery shopping.
Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of pumpkin, lightly steamed/roasted & thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1 cup thick yogurt
- 1 sprig of mint leaves, thinly sliced
- 1/2 tsp chaat masala
- 1/4 tsp toasted cumin powder
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground ginger
- salt & black pepper, to taste
Directions:
- Toss everything into a bowl and serve as a side dish. Best eaten with curries, lentils or just with a spoon!
- I didn’t add any additional salt because the ready-made chaat masala had enough seasonings.
With chicken curry, steamed basmati rice and a side of pumpkin-pomegranate raita in tow — lunch was salvaged in the most delicious way possible. The best part? We avoided food wastage.
Have you salvaged anything recently, into something so delicious? Spill out your dark secrets 🙂
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This raita looks wonderful, a great idea and it will perk up lots of dishes. GG
Considering the ingredients & spices, this has got to be delicious. It is really extra special putting it in the pumpkin as a serving dish.
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I love cucumber raita and I’m sure that I will be crazy for this pumpkin one.
Denise Browning@From Brazil To You recently posted..Mussel, Chorizo, and White Bean Stew
Beautiful presentation and delicious raita. So colorful and healthy.
Cheers,
Rosa
Lately i have been using salad greens to make soups
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So pretty, love the pumpkin & pom combo!
Laura (Tutti Dolci) recently posted..pecan tassies
Colorful and healthy raita. Beautifully presented, Kiran.
Lail | With A Spin recently posted..Homestyle Beef Stew
It looks so beautiful and appetizing!
Angie@Angie’s Recipes recently posted..Teriyaki Tofu Steaks
The most beautiful use of pumpkin yet and definitely a food maker, not waster. I love the colours too!
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Oh My Yummm!!!!! This hits just the right spots for me! Raita is the most favorite accompaniment to any meal for me and you’ve taken it to a whole new level of awesomeness by adding the pumpkin!!!!! L.O.V.E.!!!!
Samina | The Cupcake Confession recently posted..Grapefruit Curd and Caramelized Pineapple Cupcakes
Beautiful photos, Kiran, as always. Love everything in this recipe, especially yogurt and pomegranate seeds!
Julia | JuliasAlbum.com recently posted..Black Bean and Butternut Squash Enchilada Casserole
I do that too!! 🙂 First look in the fridge, then freezer than pantry….usually by then I come up with something but it rarely does it turn out as yummy looking as this 😉 Your little pumpkin cup is so cute!
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Wow what an amazing presentation. Love the photo as well as the recipe.
Raymund recently posted..Brunswick Stew
What a great idea! I think cleaning out the fridge of leftovers is how a lot of delicious recipes get created and this is no exception 😀
sweet and savory and perfect in the presentation in the cute little bowl made of the pumpkin
Kitchen Belleicious recently posted..Jalapeno and Garlic Glazed Mixed Nuts with Edamame
Love the presentation!! I actually have tried yogurt/pumpkin in a sweet combination but love your savory take 🙂
Such a pretty mix of colors!
Sylvie | Gourmande in the Kitchen recently posted..Cinnamon Cranberry Poached Apples
Raita looks stunning,nice clicks
Love the idea of pumpkin raita! Just brilliant. Great recipe, really fun pictures — thanks.
John@Kitchen Riffs recently posted..Roast Squash & Sweet Potato Chili with Kale
Genius way of using up pumpkin and yogart! For some reason I feel safe when I replicate my mom’s recipes. But some amazing food bloggers like yourself pushes me to get out of my comfort zone.
Thanks for the push, sweetheart 🙂
Cute, cuddly raita pictures. Hugs.
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What an interesting combination for raita, love it.
Missed seeing your beautiful pics and awesome recipes.
Salvage food? Uhm, I think I do it everytime 🙂 I love your creativity with ingredients!
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I want I want I want!
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My idea of inspiration for recipes is very similar to yours: whatever in the refrigerator has to be used right now gives me lots of cooking inspiration (and motivation!) 🙂
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