Bottle Gourd with Gram Dal
Bottle Gourd with Gram Dal
🥘 Ingredients
- 1 Bottle Gourd (cubed)
- 1/2 cup Chana Dal (soaked)
- Cumin
- Bay leaf
- Turmeric
👩🍳 Cooking Instructions
Temper oil with cumin and bay leaf.
Add gourd and dal.
Add turmeric and salt.
Cook covered (gourd releases water).
💡 Cultural Significance
Considered "Satvik" food, often eaten during fasts or lighter days.
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