Nuvula Dondakaya Fry
We use Sesame for this curry it gives a very special taste with ivy gourd. Sesame seeds are rich in iron and very good for pregnant ladies. Ivy gourd is rich in calcium and B vitamins.
Ingredients
- 300 gms Ivy Gourd ( dondakaya )
- 2 tbsp Sesame Seeds
- 5 Dry Chilies
- 1 tbsp Channa Dal
- 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 2 Onions finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric
- 2 tbsp Oil
Instructions
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Dry fry channa dal, cumin seeds, dry chilies, sesame seeds and grind them to a smooth powder.
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then mix this powder with chopped onions add salt and turmeric powder also.
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Wash and cut the ivy gourd into four parts in the middle to three fourth of the vegetable to form a cup.
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The masala and onion mix should me put in the gourd cups.
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Now take a pan add oil and temper with curry leaves and then add the ivy gourd pieces and fry for 3 minutes keep stirring now add 1/4 glass water and cover with lid and cook till the gourd pieces are cooked well.
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Keep frying till the gravy darkens and gets well roasted. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve.