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Kanpur Festival Kovakkai Sunday
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Kanpur Festival Kovakkai Sunday

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Kanpur cooking — Kanpur Festival Kovakkai Sunday brings a sunday touch with a classic stew finish. About 38 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 13 min Cook 25 min Serves 6 Medium

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Ivy Gourd (Kovakkai)250 g, chopped

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.

  2. 2

    Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.

  3. 3

    Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.

  4. 4

    Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.

  5. 5

    Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.

  6. 6

    Taste; balance heat, salt, and tang.

Chef's tip

Taste and adjust salt just before serving.

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