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Cuttack Snake Gourd Tamarind
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Cuttack Snake Gourd Tamarind

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Cuttack cooking — Cuttack Snake Gourd Tamarind brings a tamarind touch with a classic curry finish. About 44 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 19 min Cook 25 min Serves 6 Hard

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Tamarind Paste2 tbsp
  • Snake Gourd250 g, chopped

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak or rinse dals/grains if the dish uses them.

  2. 2

    Pressure-cook or simmer the base until soft.

  3. 3

    Prepare a tempering of ghee, cumin, garlic, and chili.

  4. 4

    Pour tempering over the cooked base.

  5. 5

    Simmer briefly to marry flavours.

  6. 6

    Mash lightly if desired; garnish with cilantro.

  7. 7

    Serve with rice or roti.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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