Ash-Gourd Curry

Ash-Gourd Curry is a simple and quick curry that goes well with any flatbread or rice. Lightly spiced, this curry with white pumpkin is healthy and delicious.

Servings: 4
Cooking Tme: 15-20 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 cups ash-gourd (white pumpkin), cut into small pieces
• 2 cups onions, cut into 1-inch thin long pieces
• 3 cups tomatoes, cut into small cubes
• 1/2 tsp sugar (optional)
• 1 tbsp cilantro (coriander leaves), chopped
• Salt to taste
• 1 1/2 tbsp vegetable oil

For Masala

• 3/4 tsp cumin seeds
• 10-12 red chillies
• 1/2 tsp garam masala powder
• 1/4 cup coconut, freshly grated

Preparation

1. In a blender, grind together the red chillies, cumin, garam masala, and coconut with a little water into a smooth paste and set aside.
2. Heat oil in a medium skillet. Add the onions and saute until half-cooked.
3. Add the ash-gourd pieces and saute for 2 minutes.
4. Add the tomatoes and saute for 2 more minutes; then add the ground masala and saute until aromatic.
5. Add enough water to cover the vegetables and add salt and sugar. Cover and cook on low heat until the ash-gourd is tender.
6. Garnish the ash-gourd curry with cilantro and serve hot, with roti or rice.

Category: Vegan Vegetable Recipes, Vegetable Recipes