Kumbalanga Thoran Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Peel the ash gourd and remove the seeds. Cut it into small pieces.
• STEP 2.Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Once they start to splutter, add curry leaves and chopped onions.
• STEP 3.Add the ash gourd pieces, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook until the ash gourd is tender.
• STEP 4.In a separate pan, dry roast grated coconut until it turns golden brown.
• STEP 5.Add the roasted coconut to the cooked ash gourd and mix well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
• STEP 6.Serve hot as a side dish with rice and curry.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to cook the ash gourd until it is tender but not mushy.
• You can adjust the spice level according to your preference by adding more or less red chili powder.
• For added flavor, you can also add a pinch of cumin powder and coriander powder.

Storage and Serving

• Kumbalanga Thoran is best served fresh and hot.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the leftovers in a pan or microwave before serving.