Bottle Gourd Mangalorean Style Curry Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Peel and chop the bottle gourd into small pieces.
• STEP 2.In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves.
• STEP 3.Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
• STEP 4.Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute.
• STEP 5.Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft.
• STEP 6.In a blender, grind coconut, red chilies, coriander seeds, and turmeric powder to a smooth paste.
• STEP 7.Add the ground paste to the pan and cook for a few minutes.
• STEP 8.Add the chopped bottle gourd, salt, and water. Cover and cook until the bottle gourd is tender.
• STEP 9.Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or roti.

Cooking Tips

• Choose tender bottle gourd for better taste and texture.
• Adjust the spice level according to your preference.
• You can add a pinch of sugar to balance the flavors.
• For a richer taste, you can add coconut milk instead of water.

Storage and Serving

• Store the leftover curry in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the curry before serving.
• Serve the curry hot with steamed rice or roti.