Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/15 checked
2
servings
0.5 tsp

Turmeric powder

0.5 tsp

Mustard seeds

1 tbsp

Gram flour

0.5 tsp

Coriander powder

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 tbsp

Kasuri Methi

dried

6 sprig

Coriander Leaves

finely chopped

2 unit

Green Chillies

slit

0.75 cup

Curd

0.5 tsp

Red Chilli powder

0.5 tsp

Methi Seeds

0.25 tsp

Asafoetida

0.25 tsp

Garam masala powder

1 tbsp

Mustard oil

500 g

Tinda

peeled and diced

Step 1
~3 min

Prepare all the ingredients.

Step 2
~3 min

Heat mustard oil in a heavy-bottomed pan or kadai over medium heat.

Step 3
~3 min

Add mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds, and allow them to crackle.

Step 4
~3 min

Add chopped tinda (apple gourd), green chilies, asafoetida, salt, and turmeric powder; stir well.

Step 5
~3 min

Cover the pan and cook on medium heat until the tinda is soft (about 5 minutes), stirring occasionally.

Step 6
~3 min

In a small mixing bowl, combine yogurt, besan (gram flour), chili powder, coriander powder, kasuri methi, and garam masala.

Step 7
~3 min

Whisk well to combine; add 1/4 cup of water if needed.

Step 8
~3 min

Pour the yogurt mixture into the tinda and cook until the curry has thickened and the tinda has absorbed the flavors (3-5 minutes).

Step 9
~3 min

Adjust salt to taste.

Step 10
~3 min

Turn off the heat and stir in coriander leaves.

Step 11
~3 min

Transfer the Dahi Wale Tinda Sabzi to a serving bowl.

Step 12
~3 min

Serve warm with phulka and Pindi Chole.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili powder to your spice preference.

For a richer flavor, add a dollop of cream or ghee at the end.

Ensure the yogurt is at room temperature to prevent curdling.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead; flavors develop further.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with roti, paratha, or rice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pindi Chole
Raita

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North India

Cultural Significance

Traditional vegetarian dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Casual meals

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

60/100

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