Bottle gourd curry | sorakkai poriyal | bottle gourd
This delicious Bottle gourd curry by parveen is perfect for family gatherings and parties. The warmth and comfort associated with the Bottle gourd curry make the Bottle gourd curry a perfect pick-me up for those days when you are feeling low. In fact,the Bottle gourd curry is known for being one of the best forms of comfort food that is available today the world over. The lovely earthy and exotic flavours of the Bottle gourd curry will appeal to all and make the Bottle gourd curry a favourite amongst both children and adults alike. The step-by-step procedure given will help you make this dish in an easy, simple and quick way. Packed with nutrition and various health benefits, this Bottle gourd curry is perfect for 3 people. So go ahead and create the wonderful Bottle gourd curry for your loved ones! Be it family meals, family get-togethers, house parties or various other occasions, the Bottle gourd curry will be an instant hit with everyone!
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Ingredients (240 ml cup used)
- 2 cups of bottle gourd chopped
- 1 to 2 green chilies slit (optional)
- 1 sprig of curry leaves
- Pinch of mustard
- Generous pinch of cumin
- Pinch of turmeric
- Oil as needed
- 1 tsp. chana dal (senaga pappu)
- 1 tsp. urad dal (minapa Pappu)
- 2 to 3 tsps vepudu karam (if you can’t make it use peanut podi or idli podi or flax seed podi)
- 1 to 2 tbsps. Grated fresh Coconut (optional)
- Salt to taste
How to make the recipe
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Wash gourd under running water, peel the skin and chop to bite sized pieces.
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Add oil to a wide heavy bottomed pan, add cumin, mustard, dal, fry till the dals turn golden, add curry leaves and chili and fry till the leaves turn crisp.
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Add the bottle gourd, sprinkle salt and turmeric.
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Fry on a medium to high flame for 3 to 5 mins, keep stirring to avoid burning. If the gourd is not tender or less juicy, cover the pan and cook till the gourd is cooked fully. If it is tender just continue to fry without covering till it is fully done.
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Add the vepudu karam and coconut. Stir well to mix.
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Serve with rice and rasam or sambar
