🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Lemon Masala Snake Gourd

Name: Lemon Masala Snake Gourd
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste; 1, finely chopped Onion; 1 tsp Coriander Powder; 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder; 1 Lemon; 250 g, chopped Snake Gourd; 1/2 tsp Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Vellore cooking — Lemon Masala Snake Gourd brings a lemon touch with a classic masala finish. About 40 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Hard

Ingredients

Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
Onion1, finely chopped
Coriander Powder1 tsp
Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
Lemon1
Snake Gourd250 g, chopped
Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)1/2 tsp

Optional extras

Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped

Instructions

1
Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.
2
Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.
3
Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.
4
Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.
5
Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.
6
Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.
7
Finish with garam masala and fresh cilantro.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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