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Turai Handi Soup
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Turai Handi Soup

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Ujjain cooking — Turai Handi Soup brings a handi touch with a classic soup finish. About 38 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 13 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Bottle Gourd250 g, chopped

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.

  4. 4

    Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.

  5. 5

    Simmer covered until tender.

Chef's tip

Taste and adjust salt just before serving.

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Watch how it's made

Video: तुरई रसेदार बिना पानी डाले Turai Rasedar without adding water sponge-gourd (Lufa) soup · on YouTube