Thursday, December 27, 2012

Snake gourd masala poriyal / stirfry



  This poriyal is a simple modification of  the usual poriyal. It is easy and simple to make . 
Snakegourd is a vegetable with high water content. Usually it is used in making kootu , i made this masala poriyal  by adding the freshly ground masala.
 Requirements :
 Snake gourd ( chopped ) – 2 cup
Shallots – 10
Curry leave – a sprig
Coconut – 2 tbs
Green chilly – 4
Cumin – ½ tsp
Oil – 1tsp
Mustard seeds – ½ tsp
Salt to taste


Method :
 Grind coconut , cumin and green chilly to a fine paste.
Heat oil in a pan , add mustard seeds and allow to splutter.
Add shallots and curry leaves sauté well.
Add chopped snake gourd and cook under low flame .
Add grounded masala and required salt .
Cook for another two minutes.
Poriyal is ready to serve.

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6 comments:

  1. What a very interesting recipe, Sara. I have never heard of Snake Gourd and now I am intrigued! Thanks for stopping by Manila Spoon. Now a new follower. Abby

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  2. Delicious stirfry...Perfect with sambhar rice!!

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  3. hi sorry for missing so many recipes.am back.yummy and authentic poriyal.thanks for linking dear.

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