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Kozhikode Home-Style Turai Kuzhambu
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Kozhikode Home-Style Turai Kuzhambu

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Kozhikode cooking — Kozhikode Home-Style Turai Kuzhambu brings a smoky touch with a classic kuzhambu 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
  • Kasuri Methi1 tsp
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Ghee2 tbsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Bottle Gourd250 g, chopped

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

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

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