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Sikar Garam Tadka Kovakkai
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Sikar Garam Tadka Kovakkai

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Sikar cooking — Sikar Garam Tadka Kovakkai brings a garam tadka touch with a classic kuzhambu finish. About 40 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Hard

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Ivy Gourd (Kovakkai)250 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.

  6. 6

    Reduce to coat; finish with herbs or cream if using.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately.

Chef's tip

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

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