Put the gourd in boiling waiter with a little salt; then drain it to remove excess water. When it cools, add raita, chillies, mustard and cumin seed powders. Garnish with coriander leaves and sprinkle pepper or chilli powder. - 28.461

MAKING 1)In a bowl, add yogurt and salt. Beat it until smooth. 2)Add marrow, asafoetida and green chilies. Mix thoroughly. SERVING 3)Garnish the raita with cumin powder and mint leaves and serve chilled. - 40.3418

Cook the split yellow mung partially. Set aside Prepare the seasoning by first heating oil in a pan ana placing the mustard seeds in it. When they begin to splutter add the cumin and turmeric and asaioetida powders. Stir Fry lor half a minute and add the rest... - 38.371

Peel bottle gourd and remove both end portions (which can be cooked along with vegetables to be used in the recipe). Cut 1/3 inch thick slices. Core centre portion with a 3/4 inch diameter cookie cutter, thus making rings. Cook rings in salted boiling water... - 41.7984

If all you are looking for is a delicious gravy that is also complimenting health-wise, this Bottle Gourd In Tomato Gravy is a must try one! Yes, a great side course to go with your favorite meal, this Bottle Gourd In Tomato Gravy is flavored just right and... - 40.7469

This Bottle Gourd In Green Garlic Gravy is a really moist and easy to do dish that everyone will love to have as a side course. The goodness of bottle gourd and the garlic also makes this vegetable gravy an equally healthy pick to make. Yeah, so good, so... - 33.9891

Are you looking for the recipe of Indian savory cake.? Then do try this one. Chef Bhavna shows this simple recipe of making this savory cake. This is a famous gujarati snack and it tastes yummy with tea. Don't forget to watch the video. - 92.7829

Heat the ghee in a deep pan and stir fry the bottle gourd till me kitchen is redolent with a sweet aroma. Four in the milk and the almond powder and let it simmer till it thickens. Stir occasionally to prevent 1 burning and a curdled texture. Take lit off the... - 35.4243

If you are fond of eating koftas then do check out this recipe. Chef Bhavna shows how to make bottle gourd koftas. Bottle gourd is very good for health. You can substitute it with any other vegetable, as you like. You can add the koftas to your curry as well.... - 108.035

Soak the dal for at least 2 hours, then semi cook so that it becomes soft but not broken. Drain it and reserve the water. In the pressure cooker, heat the oil. Drop the red chilli into it. After a few seconds, add the asafoetida and the mustard seeds. Fry... - 38.0052

A light and mildly sweet vegetable stew made with milk and a hint of ginger. A perfect Indian and Bengali meal starter with rice. - 52.7526

To all those who enjoy eating Gujarati snacks will enjoy this snack. The muthiya can be stored for a week. Chef Bhavna explains the recipe in detail, so do watch the video for the recipe of the tasty snack. - 106.18

GETTING READY 1)Peel the skin off the marrow, keeping it whole and dry. 2)Hold it upright and using a peeler take out long strips from top to bottom. 3)Soak them in water with alum for about 15 minutes. MAKING 4)Wash the strips and steam them for 5 minutes.... - 48.6325

GETTING READY 1)Peel the marrow and make several gashes on it with a kitchen knife. 2)In a pan, boil water and put marrow in it. Cover the pan and leave let it cook for 5 minutes. 3)Drain the marrow and place on a plate. 4)Make a paste of all the ingredients... - 51.3487

Want a vegan wholesome dish that has both vegetables and protein? Well, watch this video where chef Manjula is making Chana dal lauki, its yellow lentil and bottle gourd curry. She makes it little spicy with some whole and powdered spices. Bottle gourds are... - 124.364

How about a gourmet Indian Dessert? Chef Manjula has moved a step ahead from her traditional recipes and have come up with and easy lauki kheer recipe. It’s a delicious dessert to prepare with just a few ingredients from your kitchen cabinet. A must make... - 95.0329

Are you looking for that perfect soup recipe that can go great for those winter nights? Here is an impressive recipe of Mock Corn Soup that you'll surely love indulging in! Great with the goodness of mixed vegetables, this Mock Corn Soup is also spiced up... - 41.0726

Lauki/Sorakaya/Indian Bottle Gourd cooked and simmered in a tangy tamarind base sauce. - 34.3605

To all those people who are craving for something sweet should definitely try this halwa out. Halwa is an Indian dessert and many Indians are fond of it. The chef shows a super fast method to make dudhi halwa. Chef Bhavna shows how to prepare yummy halwa in a... - 129.791

Want to make a simple and healthy dish which has both veggies and lentils? Here, there is a video on lauki chana dal, which is vegan yet protein rich and delicious. Chana dal is cooked separately as it takes longer and then mixed with sautéed bottle gourd.... - 113.877

If you enjoy eating traditional Gujarati snacks, then you'll really love this one. The chef explains the recipe so nicely. It can be served with tea, as it tastes great. You can also bake it if you like but traditionally it is made on the pan. Watch the video... - 132.691

This mouth-watering Cheese Souffle is a true dleight for any foodie! Here's a simple recipe for Cheese Souffle for you to try at home. Serve it as a delicious and filling main meal or make it the side dish or as you please. - 44.6468

1. Wash and slit the gourds, remove the seeds and cut into 1" pieces. 2. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a kadai, and add the curry leaves and gourd pieces along with the turmeric powder. Fry on low heat till lightly browned. Remove from kadai and set aside. 3.... - 35.7392

Place the bitter gourd pieces in a thali and sprinkle lightly with fine salt. Take a large pan and add 1 cup of oil and place on medium heat. Add the mustard seeds and allow them to pop. Then lower the heat and add the ambe-halad and turmeric strips, chilli... - 29.5085

This Cucumber Raita is a perfect summer dish, especially with spicy biriyanis when you go ooo ahhh with the hot flavors ! Don't forget this good gourd curd soothener with your meals and you'll be happy ! Just try this Cucumber Raita and tell me if you like it... - 25.6123

Mix the powdered spices and crushed seed mixture together. Mix gourd slices, ginger, garlic, chillies, lemon juice or vinegar and salt. Place in a sterile airtight jar, with a non-metallic lid. Shake well, keep aside. Shake twice a day for 2-3 days. Drain out... - 38.7419

Put both the rice in bowl and soak it in water atleast for 2 hours. Then grind rice with sorekai ,chilli and salt in Grinder or Mixie. Keep the grinded mixture atleast for 1-2 hour. Make dosa with the batter and serve hot with coconut chutney. You can... - 29.3307

Lauki ka juice is an excellent remedy for excessive thirst caused by diarrhea, over consumption of fatty or fried foods, and diabetes. Drink a glass of this juice with a little salt added to it to treat this condition. A glass of lauki juice with a little... - 35.6934

This Tomato Soup is a very tasty and moreover a much healthier starter or appetiizer to kick start a great meal. Rightly flavored and with the mix of additional veggies, this Tomato Soup is brimming with goodness! Take a sip and feel great! - 45.471

Scrape the skin & cut the bottle gourd into small cubes. Heat oil in a skillet. Add mustard seeds & allow them to splutter; Then add cumin seeds, onions, ginger garlic paste, curry leaves, turmeric powder & saute until onions turn golden brown. Add the... - 40.0379

1. Soak gram overnight. Boil the gram with turmeric till cooked. 2. Extract tamarind juice. Slice onions and grind ginger and garlic. 3. Heat oil, add cumin and whole red chillies. Add ginger-garlic paste, onions and fry well. 4. Then add the gourd cut into... - 37.6152

Kashi halwa is one of the famous sweet dish from Southern parts of India. The recipe is made with grated winter melon. - 41.5273

1. Slice onion, chop green chillies, garlic and ginger. 2. Wash and cut all the other vegetables. 3. Wash and soak Bengal gram for 2 to 3 hours. 4. Heat oil, saute garlic, ginger and green chillies. 5. Add all the leafy vegetables, carrot, potato and bottle... - 42.817

Wash and soak the dhal for an hour or so. Cut the vegetable into large pieces. Heat the ghee on a moderate fire and fry the asafetida powder. Add the dhal at once with the vegetable and turmeric powder. Keep stirring till it gets quite browned. Put in three... - 39.1668

1. Wash and cut vegetables, green chillies, and potatoes, and boil. 2. Crush the pepper, cinnamon, cloves and salt and add to vegetables. 3. When vegetables are properly cooked, add thick coconut milk and keep on fire till it boils. 4. Lower heat and let the... - 37.9654

A quick, easy, simple yet very tasty preparation. A good sabzi for lunch to carry for tiffins. Tastes just superb! - 36.6111

Kadhi is a traditional full-bodied dish with a smooth texture. It is had as an accompaniment with most Indian Breads or even plain white rice. This recipe of 'Sindhi Kadhi' has been shared with me by my friend, Shradha. It very tasty, easy to make and also... - 34.5039

Wash Toor Dal. Pressure cook Dal with 2 cups water with tomato, spinach, turmeric powder for up to 3 whistles. Keep aside. Heat 3 tbs oil in a shallow pan. Add mustard seeds & allow them to splutter; Then add cumin seeds, dry red chilly, onion, garlic pods &... - 39.8833

Boil veggies of your choice a keep aside. Pressure cook Toor Dal, tomatoes green chillies & oniond for up to 4 whistles Soak handful Tamarind in 2 cups of water. Keep aside. Heat 1 tbs oil in a deep vessel. Add the boiled veggies & saute for a min Add the... - 40.1762