Lauki ki Sabji | Indian bottle gourd curry

Lauki sabji or dudhi chi bhaji which is Indian bottle gourd curry served for Indian curry dinner.

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Lauki ki Sabji | Indian bottle gourd curry

Delicious Lauki Sabji or Dudhi chi bhaji (Indian bottle gourd curry) with this easy step-by-step instructions. Enjoy this homestyle curry served hot with roti or rice for a wholesome meal.

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Course: dinner

Cuisine: Indian

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings: cups

Calories: 105kcal

Author: Prajakta Sukhatme

Cost: $3

Equipment

Cast Iron Wok

Ingredients

1 medium-sized bottle gourd lauki
1 Tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable oil
½ teaspoon cumin seeds
1 green chili finely chopped (optional)
4-5 fresh curry leaves or 1 bay leaf
½ teaspoon Turmeric Powder
½ teaspoon garam masala
½ teaspoon red chili powder adjust to taste
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

Prepare the Bottle Gourd: Peel the bottle gourd. Scoop out and remove the core and seeds. Cut it into small cubes. Rinse the pieces under running water and set aside.
Sauté and Oil Tampering: Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Add fresh curry leaves and finely chopped green chili (if using). Sauté for another minute.
Add Bottle Gourd : Add the cubed bottle gourd to the pan. Season with salt according to taste and stir everything together. Cover the pan with a lid and let the Lauki Sabji simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes, or until the bottle gourd is tender.
Add Spices: Add turmeric powder, garam masala, and red chili powder to the pan. Mix well to combine with the spice mixture.
Garnish and Serve: Once the bottle gourd is cooked through, drizzle fresh lemon juice and garnish the Lauki Sabji with fresh coriander leaves. Serve hot with roti or rice as a main dish or as a side dish alongside other Indian delicacies.

Notes

Serve hot Lauki Sabji with freshly made roti or steamed rice or Jeera Rice for a comforting and nutritious meal. Pair it with a side of yogurt and pickles for a balanced Indian dinner. For added freshness, garnish with a squeeze of lemon juice and chopped cilantro before serving.

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