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Shimla Festival Turai Kali Mirch

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A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Shimla cooking — Shimla Festival Turai Kali Mirch brings a kali mirch touch with a classic pulimunchi finish. About 46 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 21 min Cook 25 min Serves 2 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Black Pepper1.5 tsp, crushed
  • Bottle Gourd250 g, chopped

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Assemble spices and chop vegetables before lighting the stove.

  2. 2

    Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies in oil.

  3. 3

    Add onion and green chili; saute until soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in the main ingredient and powdered spices.

  5. 5

    Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until done.

  6. 6

    Squeeze lemon or fold in coconut if the style calls for it.

Chef's tip

Chop everything mise-en-place; the cook goes quickly once oil is hot.

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Video: Masale Se Lipti Hui Turai ki Behtareen Sabzi | Vegetarian Recipe By Yasmin Huma Khan · on YouTube