Pumpkin Choka (Pumpkin Talkari)

A simple Caribbean side dish made from steamed and sautéed pumpkin, also known as pumpkin talkari. This savory-sweet mash is seasoned with garlic, onion, and just enough heat. Perfect with sada roti, rice, or next to curry dishes.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 pounds pumpkin (peeled and diced)
• 3 cloves garlic (grated)
• 2 tablespoon oil
• Salt to taste
• 4 tablespoons water
• 1 tsp ground geera (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Put pumpkin, water, garlic, and salt in a heavy saucepan and steam on low heat until pumpkin is tender (mashed up)
2. 2Add oil.
3. 3Add salt to taste and leave to simmer to till consistency you prefer (don't let all the liquid dry out)
4. 4If pumpkin wasn't sweet, add a little sugar while it simmers