Pumpkin Dip to Enhance Immunity
Do you know that the orange colour in pumpkins comes from a pigment called beta carotene .Beta carotene has been known as an immunity booster especially in the elderly.Some studies have also shown that increased consumption of beta carotene can reduce the risk of cancer.It is also well known for it's anti-aging and antioxidants properties. Today's recipe is a very healthy and immunity boosting pumpkin dip.This dip has been made using curd which has numerous health benefits.I have mentioned about curd in my previous post. You will need Pumpkin-1/2 Curd -1.5 cups Water-3 cups Salt to taste For tempering Sesame seeds-1/2 teaspoon Green chillies-1 Curry leaves-3-4 Mustard seeds-1/4 teaspoon Oil-2 teaspoons Method -Peel the pumpkin and wash it and cut into small pieces. -Take a deep vessel and add 3 cups of water to it.Add the cut pumpkin pieces and salt.Let it boil till the pumpkin is cooked well.Drain the water and let the pumpkin cool completely. -In a sepa...