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Turai Coconut-Grove Pickle
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Turai Coconut-Grove Pickle

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Narsapur cooking — Turai Coconut-Grove Pickle brings a coconut-grove touch with a classic pickle finish. About 35 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 10 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Hard

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Bottle Gourd250 g, chopped

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Ghee1 tbsp

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

Serve hot with roti, rice, or soft paratha.

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