Bengali Lau Bori Torkori (Bottlegourd Curry) Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds, bay leaf, and dry red chilies. Fry until fragrant.
• STEP 2.Add grated bottle gourd and cook until it becomes soft.
• STEP 3.In a separate pan, fry the bori until golden brown. Add the fried bori to the bottle gourd mixture.
• STEP 4.Add spices like turmeric, red chili powder, cumin powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for a few minutes.
• STEP 5.Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or roti.

Cooking Tips

• You can make the bori at home or buy them from a store.
• If you don't have bori, you can substitute it with fried lentil fritters or skip it altogether.
• Add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for a tangy flavor.

Storage and Serving

• Bengali Lau Bori Torkori is best served hot.
• Leftover curry can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the curry before serving.