A simple and comforting Gujarati curry made with tender ridge gourd. Lightly spiced with a hint of sweetness and tang, this shaak is a perfect everyday meal served with hot rotis or phulkas.
Prep10 min
Cook20 min
Servings4
Serving size: 1 cup
96cal
1gprotein
7gcarbs
7g
Ingredients
500 g Ridge Gourd (Also known as Galka or Turai. Choose tender, green ones.)
2 tbsp Peanut Oil (Can be substituted with any neutral vegetable oil.)
0.75 tsp Mustard Seeds (Also known as Rai.)
0.75 tsp Cumin Seeds (Also known as Jeera.)
0.25 tsp Asafoetida (Also known as Hing. Use gluten-free if needed.)
0.5 tsp Turmeric Powder (Also known as Haldi.)
1.5 tsp Coriander-Cumin Powder (Also known as Dhaniya-Jeera powder.)
0.5 tsp Red Chili Powder (Adjust to your spice preference. Kashmiri chili powder gives good color.)
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fat
1 tsp Salt (Adjust to taste.)
1 tsp Jaggery (Grated or powdered. Can be substituted with sugar.)
1 tsp Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed is best.)
2 tbsp Fresh Coriander (Finely chopped, for garnish.)
Instructions
1
Prepare the ridge gourd. Wash it thoroughly. Using a peeler, lightly scrape off only the sharp, hard ridges. Do not peel the entire skin. Chop the gourd into 1-inch round or semi-circular pieces.
2
Heat the oil in a kadai or a wide pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the mustard seeds and allow them to crackle, which should take about 30 seconds.
3
Once the mustard seeds stop spluttering, add the cumin seeds and asafoetida. Sauté for about 15-20 seconds until the cumin seeds are fragrant.
4
Immediately add the chopped ridge gourd to the pan. Stir well to coat the pieces with the tempered oil. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
5
Add the turmeric powder, coriander-cumin powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly until all the gourd pieces are evenly coated with the spices.
6
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let the ridge gourd cook in its own moisture. This will take about 12-15 minutes. Stir every 4-5 minutes to prevent sticking. Do not add any water.
7
Once the ridge gourd is soft and cooked through, add the grated jaggery and lemon juice. Mix gently and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the jaggery has completely dissolved.
8
Turn off the heat. Garnish with finely chopped fresh coriander. Give it a final gentle stir and serve hot.
292cal
8gprotein
44gcarbs
11gfat
Ingredients
2 cup Atta (Also known as whole wheat flour)
1 cup Lukewarm Water (Adjust as needed)
0.5 tsp Salt
1 tbsp Oil (Any neutral vegetable oil)
2 tbsp Ghee (Melted, for brushing)
Instructions
1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl (parat), combine 2 cups of atta and 1/2 tsp of salt.
Add 1 tbsp of oil and mix it into the flour with your fingertips.
Gradually add lukewarm water, a little at a time, and begin to gather the flour to form a dough.
Knead for 8-10 minutes, pressing and stretching with the heel of your hand, until you have a soft, smooth, and pliable dough. It should be softer than puri dough but not sticky.
2
Rest the Dough
Cover the dough with a damp kitchen towel or a lid.
Let it rest for at least 20-30 minutes. This step is crucial as it allows the gluten to relax, resulting in softer rotlis.
3
Divide and Roll
After resting, knead the dough again for one minute to make it smooth.
Divide the dough into 8 equal-sized portions and roll them into smooth balls.
Take one ball, flatten it slightly, and dip it in the dry atta for dusting.
On a clean, flat surface (patlo/rolling board), roll the ball into a thin, even circle of about 6-7 inches in diameter. Use minimal flour for dusting to avoid making the rotli dry.
4
Cook the Rotli on the Tawa
Heat a tawa (griddle) over medium-high heat. It should be hot enough that a drop of water sizzles and evaporates instantly.
Carefully place the rolled rotli on the hot tawa. Cook for about 15-20 seconds, or until you see small bubbles forming on the surface.
Using tongs, flip the rotli. Cook the other side for about 30-40 seconds, until light brown spots appear.
5
Puff the Rotli on Direct Flame
Using tongs, carefully lift the rotli off the tawa and place it directly on a high gas flame.
The rotli will puff up like a balloon within seconds.
Immediately flip it to cook the other side on the flame for just 2-3 seconds.
Remove from the flame.
6
Finish and Serve
Place the hot, puffed rotli in a casserole or on a plate and immediately brush the top with melted ghee.
Repeat the rolling and cooking process for the remaining dough balls.
Serve hot with your favorite dal, sabzi, or curry.
Gently start scrambling the eggs with a spatula, breaking them into soft curds. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until the eggs are cooked but still moist.
5
Garnish and serve
Turn off the heat. Sprinkle the garam masala and chopped coriander leaves over the bhurji.
Give it a final gentle mix. Serve immediately with hot rotis, pav (bread rolls), or toast.