Good night to all my Hive friends. Today, I prepared a unique spiny gourd curry. With its distinct texture and subtle bitterness, spiny gourd is a seasonal vegetable that brings both flavor and health benefits to your plate. Rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants, it is well known for aiding digestion and boosting immunity. When cooked with the right blend of spices, it transforms into a dish that is both comforting and healthy. Moreover, it is easy to prepare in a nutritious way. Let’s see how it is made.

Ingredients...

🌺 Spiny Gourd ( Thumba Kariwila) 200G. 🌺 1 Cup of Coconut milk. 🌺 Two or three pieces of cinnamon. 🌺 Some finely chopped garlic. 🌺 Curry leaves. 🌺 1 Onion 🌺 1 Tomato 🌺 About two or three green chilies. 🌺 1 teaspoon of chili powder. 🌺 1/2 teaspoon of Fenugreek seed. 🌺 1/2 Teaspoon of Mustard powder. 🌺 1/2 Teaspoon of curry powder. 🌺 1/2 Teaspoon of turmeric powder. 🌺 Salt as needed. 🌺 2 Tablespoon of coconut oil. .

The order of preparation.

1 Step. First, wash the spiny gourd in salted water and cut it into small lengthwise pieces. At the same time, finely slice the salt, green chilies, tomatoes, and garlic.

2 Step. Next, place a pan on the stove and add about two tablespoons of coconut oil. Once the oil is heated, add fenugreek seeds, garlic, salt, green chilies, and curry leaves, and mix well. Then, add chili powder, turmeric powder, mustard powder, and the required amount of salt. Mix again and allow it to fry.

3 Step. Next, add the spiny gourd pieces and mix well. Allow them to fry for about a minute.

4 Step. Now, add a little coconut milk to it, simmer over low heat until well cooked, and then remove from the stove.

In this way, a delicious and nutritious curry can be prepared. Whether served with rice or flatbread, a well-made spiny gourd dish offers the perfect balance between nutrition and flavor. Its light yet satisfying taste makes it an excellent choice for everyday meals, while its health-enhancing properties ensure that every bite nourishes your body.