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🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Smoky Snake Gourd Salad

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Calicut cooking — Smoky Snake Gourd Salad brings a smoky touch with a classic salad finish. About 38 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 13 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Hard

Ingredients

  • Kasuri Methi1 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Ghee2 tbsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Snake Gourd250 g, chopped

Optional extras

  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.

  4. 4

    Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.

  5. 5

    Simmer covered until tender.

Chef's tip

A splash of water loosens a tight masala without dulling flavour.

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