Place the spices in a coffee or spice grinder and purée until finely ground. Set aside. Cut the calabaza in half lengthwise and then into 3/4-inch-wide by 3-inch-long pieces. In a large bowl ...

or even flor de calabaza (squash blossoms, or pumpkin flowers). While Thanksgiving is not a traditional Mexican holiday, its influence has grown through cultural connections with the United States.