Onam 2024: Indulge in making a delicious Sadhya dish Mathanga erisseri

What began as playful conversations about opening their own place between chef Asha and her daughter Rinad Mundeth has evolved into Meghatheeram Kitchen a cherished home chef venture in Andheri West This initiative is a heartfelt celebration of the rich heritage theyrsquove grown up with This Onam from September 13 to 16 theyrsquore offering a special Sadhya that will be available across MumbaiAsha and Rinad MundethWersquove got for you the classic and comforting Sadhya dish mathanga erisseri that combines the natural sweetness of pumpkin the heartiness of lentils and the crispy texture of spiced coconut This dish is perfect for anyone looking to experience the warmth and richness of Kerala cuisineMathanga erisseriIngredientsFor the currygtgt 500g mathanga pumpkin dicedgtgt 12 cup parippu toor dalgtgt 1 onion finely choppedgtgt 3 to 4 green chillies slitgtgt 2 sprigs curry leavesgtgt 3 to 4 sambar onion shallotsgtgt 1 teaspoon mustard seedsgtgt 2 to 3 garlic clovesgtgt 2 to 3 vattal mulaku dried red chilliesgtgt 1 to 2 tablespoons coconut oil plus more for fryinggtgt 1 teaspoon red chilli powdergtgt 1 teaspoon turmeric powdergtgt 1 teaspoon cumin seedsgtgt 12 cup grated coconutFor the coconut toppinggtgt 14 cup grated coconutgtgt 1 tablespoon coconut oilMethodIn a pressure cooker combine the diced mathanga pumpkin parippu toor dal chopped onion green chillies red chilli powder and turmeric powder Add enough water to cover the ingredients and cook for one to two whistles until the pumpkin and lentils are soft In a blender grind the grated coconut garlic cumin seeds and sambar onions into a smooth paste Add this coconut paste to the cooked pumpkin mixture and bring it to a gentle boil allowing the flavours to meld together Heat coconut oil in a small pan add mustard seeds and allowing them to splutter add dried red chillies and curry leaves fry them until aromatic Pour this fragrant tempering over the erisseri giving it a final stir For the authentic finishing touch toast 14 cup of grated coconut in coconut oil until it turns golden brown and crisp Sprinkle this crunchy topping generously over the erisseri after adding the temperingTILL September 8LOG ON TO meghatheeramkitchenCALL 9820344369Sadhya specialsgtgt This home kitchenrsquos sadhya meal box featuring 16 authentic dishes served on a banana leaf makes for the perfect festive lunch and is available for delivery across MumbaiTILL September 12 LOG ON TO vannutinnukagtgt This delivery kitchen adds a spin to the traditional sadhya with options like the superfood sadhya and a playful unsadhya featuring chicken and seafoodON September 6 to 8 14 to 15LOG ON TO naironfireindiaCALL 9324059522