Easy Recipe for Tinde ki Sabji

Tinde ki sabji is also known as “Indian round gourd curry”. It is a flavorful and nutritious dish made from apple gourds, onions, tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices. This vegetarian recipe is a favorite in North Indian cuisine and is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet.

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With the right spices and ingredients, you can enjoy this dish as a main course or as a side dish with roti or rice.

About the Tinde ki sabji recipe :

To make Tinde ki sabji, the round gourds are first peeled and sliced, then sauteed with onions, tomatoes, and a blend of spices such as cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala.

Nevertheless, our Tinde ki sabji differs slightly. This is what we came up with, in our own way. Try out this dish we have created; it is delicious and quite simple to cook.

Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, Tinde ki sabji is an easy and tasty dish that is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Health Benefits of Tinde ki Sabji (Round Gourd)

Tinde ki sabji is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients that are good for your health.

• Low in calories: Round gourds used in the recipe of this sabji are low in calories and high in fiber, which makes them an excellent choice for Weight Watchers.

• Good source of nutrients: It is packed with essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium, and magnesium.

• Boosts digestion: The fiber content in round gourds helps promote good digestion and prevents constipation.

• Helps manage diabetes: It has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for people with diabetes. The dish can help regulate blood sugar levels and prevent spikes.

• Supports immune system: The vitamin C content in round gourd helps boost the immune system and fight against infections.

• Promotes heart health: It is rich in potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure and supports heart health.

• Aids in detoxification: The fiber and water content in round gourds help flush out toxins from the body, promoting overall health and well-being.

• Easy to digest: The round gourd used in this sabji is easy to digest, making it a perfect choice for people with digestive issues.

• Helps maintain healthy skin: The high vitamin C content in round gourd supports healthy skin by promoting collagen production and protecting against damage caused by free radicals.

• Budget-friendly: It is an inexpensive dish that is easy to make and is an excellent option for people looking to save money on groceries.

INGREDIENTS :

For spices/masala

• 1 green cardamom
• 10-15 black pepper
• 1/4 tsp asafoetida/hing powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp dried mango powder
• 1/2 tsp crushed red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder
• 2 tsp coriander powder
• Salt as per taste
• 2 tbsp roasted peanut
• 1 tbsp fennel seeds

For paste

• 3 chopped tomatoes
• 1-2 green chopped chilies
• 1 small piece of ginger

For sabji

• 300-400 grams round gourd/Tinda
• Oil for frying
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tbsp gram flour
• 1 tbsp dried fenugreek leaves
• Coriander leaves
• 1 tbsp fresh cream/malai
• 1 spoon of sugar
• Water as required

How to make Tinde ki sabji?

For making spices

For this, take 1 green cardamom, 10-15 black pepper, 1/4 tsp asafoetida/hing powder, 1/2 tsp garam masala, 1 tsp dried mango powder, 1/2 tsp crushed red chili powder, 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder, 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder, 2 tsp coriander powder, Salt as per taste, 2 tbsp roasted peanut, and 1 tbsp fennel seeds.

Put all these spices in a mixer jar and grind them well to make a fine powder.

Then take out the spices in a bowl and keep it aside.

For making paste

For this, in a mixer jar, put 3 chopped tomatoes, 1-2 green chopped chilies, and 1 small piece of ginger.

Grind them to make a paste. Then keep it aside.

For making Sabji

Wash the round gourds and peel them with a vegetable peeler.

Then cut them into chunks.

Now, Pour oil into a pan and put it on the gas to heat it. Once the oil becomes hot, then put chopped round gourds/Tinde in it and fry them.

Once fried, take them out on a plate and keep them aside.

Take out the excess oil from the pan and put 1 tsp cumin seeds.

Once they start to splutter, add 1 tbsp gram flour and roast until it gets golden in color.

Then add the spice powder that we had prepared and mix it.

Now, add tomato paste. Mix it and cook it.

Then put 1 tbsp dried fenugreek leaves and coriander leaves. Mix well.

Add 1 tbsp fresh cream/malai and mix properly.

After that, add the fried round gourds back to the pan and mix everything together.

Then add 1 spoon of sugar and water as required. Mix it.

Cover the pan and cook on low flame for 5-10 minutes, or until the round gourds are cooked and coated well with the spices.

After that, check the consistency of the gravy. If they are a bit thin, then you can cook them for another 1 to 2 minutes.

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves. Serve hot with roti or rice.

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