Bottle Gourd Dumplings In Tomato Gravy (lauki Kofta)
Bottle gourd dumplings in tomato gravy, also known as Lauki Kofta, is a popular Jain Cuisine dish that is both delicious and nutritious.
Ingredients
- 2 cups grated bottle gourd (lauki)
- 1 cup besan (gram flour)
- 1 tsp ginger paste
- 1 tsp green chili paste
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp cumin powder
- 1/2 tsp coriander powder
- Salt to taste
- Oil for frying
- 2 cups tomato puree
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh cream
- Chopped coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Mix grated bottle gourd, besan, ginger paste, green chili paste, garam masala, cumin powder, coriander powder, and salt to form a dough.
- Shape the dough into small round dumplings and deep fry until golden brown. Drain and set aside.
- In a separate pan, heat some oil and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add the tomato puree, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Cook until the gravy thickens.
- Add the fresh cream and mix well. Gently place the fried dumplings into the gravy and simmer for a few minutes.
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Frying pan Saucepan
Tools
Grater Knife Slotted spoon
Serving suggestions
Serve the Lauki Kofta with steamed rice or naan for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a healthier version, you can also bake the dumplings instead of frying them.
Cost
$10