🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Snake Gourd Panch Phoron Varuval

Name: Snake Gourd Panch Phoron Varuval
Prep time: 22 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 47 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste; 2, chopped Tomato; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 1 tsp Red Chili Powder; 250 g, chopped Snake Gourd

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Haldwani cooking — Snake Gourd Panch Phoron Varuval brings a panch phoron touch with a classic varuval finish. About 47 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 22 min Cook 25 min Serves 3 Medium

Ingredients

Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
Tomato2, chopped
Cumin Seeds1 tsp
Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
Red Chili Powder1 tsp
Snake Gourd250 g, chopped

Optional extras

Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
Lemon1/2

Instructions

1
Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.
2
Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.
3
In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.
4
Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.
5
Simmer covered until tender.
6
Reduce to coat; finish with herbs or cream if using.
7
Serve immediately.

Chef's tip

Chop everything mise-en-place; the cook goes quickly once oil is hot.

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Watch how it's made

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