Mathanga Erissery (Pumpkin / Squash in Coconut Gravy)

Finally fall is here and pumpkins are in abundance now. This erissery could be made either with pumpkins or with any other squash varieties. Erissery is a part of traditional Kerala sadya (feast). I added some crushed black peppercorns to reduce the sweetness of the dish.
Recipe courtesy: Sarah's Vazhayila

Mathanga Vanpayar Erissery (Pumpkin Red Cowpeas in Coconut gravy)

Erissery is a side dish usually served in traditional Kerala sadyas. There are different varieties of erissery made with different combination of vegetables. Pumpkin - red cowpeas erissery is one of my favorites. Pumpkin or any other squash variety could be used for the dish. I used red chori (red cowpeas / azuki beans) here which is smaller than the vanpayar that we get in Kerala.

Recipe Courtesy: Yummy O Yummy