Monday, March 16, 2009

Ridge Guard Kootu



Ingredients:

Ridge gourd – 2 Nos
Moong dhal – ½ cup
Turmeric Powder – a pinch
Oil – 1 teaspoon
Mustard – ½ teaspoon
Jeera – 1 teaspoon
Asafotida Powder – a pinch
Curry leaves – few
Salt – 1 teaspoon or as per taste

Method:

1.Scrap the skin from the ridge gourd and cut it into small pieces.

2.Cook moong dal along with a pinch of turmeric powder till soft.

3.Put the ridge gourd pieces in a vessel and add just enough water to cover the vegetable.

4.Add chili powder and corainder powder , turmeric powder and salt. Cook on medium flame till it is soft.

5.Add cooked dhal and stir well. Allow to cook for two to three minutes.

6.Season it mustard, jeera, asafotida and curry leaves.

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