Instructions: Heat oil over medium-low heat in a skillet. Fry bay leaf & red chile until the chile blackens. Fry kalonji seeds for a few seconds. Add green chile, turmeric & stir a few times. Stir in butternut squash, salt, sugar & water.

Simmer, covered, for 10 minutes. Add mustard paste & stir gently to mix with the sauce. Simmer, covered, until the vegetables are tender, but not mushy. Carefully stir in the coconut. Remove from heat & scattr cialntro on top.

Bharti Kirchner, "The Healthy Cuisine of Indian: Recipes from the Bengal Region"

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