🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Tamarind Kovakkai Palya

Name: Tamarind Kovakkai Palya
Prep time: 16 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 41 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 1 tsp Coriander Powder; 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 2 tbsp Tamarind Paste; 1 tsp Red Chili Powder; 250 g, chopped Ivy Gourd (Kovakkai)

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Ajmer cooking — Tamarind Kovakkai Palya brings a tamarind touch with a classic palya finish. About 41 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 16 min Cook 25 min Serves 2 Easy

Ingredients

Cumin Seeds1 tsp
Coriander Powder1 tsp
Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
Tamarind Paste2 tbsp
Red Chili Powder1 tsp
Ivy Gourd (Kovakkai)250 g, chopped

Optional extras

Ghee1 tbsp
Lemon1/2

Instructions

1
Assemble spices and chop vegetables before lighting the stove.
2
Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies in oil.
3
Add onion and green chili; saute until soft.
4
Stir in the main ingredient and powdered spices.
5
Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until done.
6
Squeeze lemon or fold in coconut if the style calls for it.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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