मसालेदार ककोड़ा की सब्जी | Kakrol Recipe Bengali Style | Spiny gourd curry | Healthy and tasty

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

kakrol

💰Cheaper: zucchini

Zucchini can be used as a substitute for a similar texture.

Heat mustard oil in a pan until shimmering.

Add sliced onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

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

Add green chilies and cook for another minute.

Sprinkle in turmeric, cumin, coriander, and red chili powder; stir well.

Add chopped kakrol and mix to coat with spices.

Season with salt and add a splash of water to prevent sticking.

Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes until kakrol is tender, stirring occasionally.

Uncover and cook off excess water if necessary, about 3-5 minutes.

Finish with fresh coriander and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

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