village food of snake gourd curry and fry recipe | pathola malluma | mali cooking

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + coconut powder

Almond milk reduces calories while still adding creaminess.

snake gourd

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cucumber

Zucchini is easier to find and has a similar texture.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering

Add mustard seeds and let them splutter

Add curry leaves and sauté for 30 seconds

Add chopped onions and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant

Add chopped tomatoes and green chili; cook until tomatoes soften, about 5 minutes

Mix in turmeric, coriander, and cumin powders; cook for 1 minute

Add sliced snake gourd and salt; stir to coat with spices

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer

Cover and cook until snake gourd is tender, about 10-12 minutes

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving

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