Turai Sabzi (Gujarati Ridge Gourd Curry)

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5.0

9 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    4 mins

  • Cook Time

    4 mins

  • Total Time

    20 mins

  • Servings

    5 (yield 5 cups)

  • Calories

    111 kcal

  • Cuisine

    Indian

Turai Sabzi (Gujarati Ridge Gourd Curry)

This vegan Turai ki Sabji features ridge gourd, known as “Turai,” and a flavorful blend of spices like turmeric, coriander, and Kashmiri red chili powder. It’s a quick, no-fuss dish perfect for busy days.

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Ingredients

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  • 4 teaspoons oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds (Jeera)
  • 12 curry leaves
  • 2 green chilies (hari mirch), thinly sliced
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 ½ cup tomato diced
  • 5 cups ridge gourd (Turai/ Peerkangai) peeled and diced 1 inch (2.5 cm.)
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 2 teaspoons coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon asafetida (Hing)
  • ½ teaspoon garam masala
  • cup water
  • 1 tablespoon tamarind concentrate
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • cilantro chopped coriander leaves to garnish
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Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat, add cumin seeds, and let them sizzle for a moment. Then add curry leaves and thinly sliced green chilies, stirring for about 30 seconds to release their aroma.
  2. Sauté diced onions until they turn translucent, then stir in minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Add diced tomatoes to the pan. Cook and stir for 6 minutes until they soften and break down slightly.
  4. Stir in the peeled and diced ridge gourd (Turai) along with the turmeric, coriander, chili powder, asafetida, and garam masala.
  5. After sautéing for 3 minutes, when the spices are fragrant and well incorporated, pour in the water and tamarind concentrate, season with salt to taste, and stir well to combine all the ingredients.
  6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for about 8-10 minutes until the ridge gourd becomes just fork-tender but not overly soft.
  7. Once the ridge gourd is cooked, serve the sabji in an attractive serving dish and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.

Notes

  • Note for Instant Pot:Follow steps 1 to 5 using the "Sauté" function, then add water, tamarind concentrate, and salt. Cook on "Manual" or "Pressure Cook" mode for 5 minutes with a 5-minute natural pressure release.
  • Note for Pressure Cooker:Follow steps 1 to 5, add water, tamarind concentrate, and salt, then cook for 1 whistle on medium heat and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes before garnishing with cilantro.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 111kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 0.3g (2%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 0.01g Sodium 539mg (22%) Potassium 317mg (9%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 470IU (9%) Vitamin C 71mg (79%) Calcium 81mg (8%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5(yield 5 cups)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 111 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 111kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 0.3g 2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0.01g 1%
Sodium 539mg 22%
Potassium 317mg 7%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 470IU 9%
Vitamin C 71mg 79%
Calcium 81mg 8%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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