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Ash Gourd Poricha Kootu
A wholesome Indian recipe crafted for health-conscious eating: nutritious, delicious, and easy to make at home.
⏱15 minsPrep Time
🔥25 minsCook Time
⏰40 minsTotal Time
👥3Serves
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Soft ash gourd and moong dal with a roasted coconut-pepper paste — mild Tamil kootu that loves rice and roti.
Ingredients
How to Make It
1
Cook moong and ash gourd soft.
2
Grind coconut-pepper-cumin; add and simmer.
3
Temper and mix.
Nutrition per serving
150kcal
Protein7g
Carbohydrates18g
Fat5g
Fibre4g
* Approximate values per serving
Health Benefits
Ash gourd is hydrating and light; moong adds protein. Gentle spices suit gut-friendly plates.
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Pro Tips
- →Don’t over-pepper.
- →Keep slightly thick.
- →Fresh coconut preferred.
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Variations
- 1Use chow chow or cabbage.
- 2Add a little toor dal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wrong vegetable — use ash gourd/poosanikai.
Kootu is milder; serve as a side with rice.
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