Ridge gourd chutney

Ridge gourd chutney/Beerakai Pachadi

Ridge gourd is a very versatile Vegetable.The entire vegetable can be used without any wastage.Its high water content,almost 80 % makes it ideal for weight loss .This Pachadi recipe is made with ridge gourd peels.The peels are good source of dietary fibre.

Ingredients

Ridge gourd peels 250gms

Onion 2

Garlic 6 cloves (peeled)

Salt to taste

Red chilli powder 1tbsp

Grated Coconut 1tbsp

Curryleaves

Mustard seeds 1 tsp

Urad dal 1/2 tsp

Asafoetida 1 pinch

Oil 2 tbsp

Method

Peel the ridge gourd skin,wash well and grind coarsely with onion,garlic,salt,red chilli powder and coconut.

Heat oil in Pan temper oil with mustard seeds, Curry leaves,urad dal, asafoetida then add the ground paste to the pan and sorte in low to medium flame till the water evaporates and oil seperates, stirring occasionally.cooking time will take around 15-30 mins.

This chutney can be stored for 2-3 days .It tastes good with rice and roti.

Ridge gourd

Ridge gourd chutney

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