Details and Ingredients

Mathan Pothu Curry is a rustic Kerala dish that marries tender beef with chunks of sweet pumpkin in a velvety coconut milk gravy. The base starts with caramelized onions, tomatoes, and a paste of ginger and garlic, spiced with turmeric, coriander, and a kick of dried red chilies. Whole spices—cinnamon, cloves, and star anise—add a warm depth, while fresh curry leaves and slit green chilies bring a lively aroma. The creamy coconut milk melds with the pumpkin’s natural sweetness, balanced by a drizzle of coconut oil for authentic Kerala flavor.

Served hot and garnished with fried curry leaves and a dash of black pepper, Mathan Pothu Curry is divine with soft appam, steamed Kerala red rice, or flaky parotta. This dish blends Kerala’s coastal richness with a touch of earthy sweetness.