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Turmeric powder
Mustard seeds
Gram flour
Coriander powder
Salt
to taste
Kasuri Methi
dried
Coriander Leaves
finely chopped
Green Chillies
slit
Curd
Red Chilli powder
Methi Seeds
Asafoetida
Garam masala powder
Mustard oil
Tinda
peeled and diced
Prepare all the ingredients.
Heat mustard oil in a heavy-bottomed pan or kadai over medium heat.
Add mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds, and allow them to crackle.
Add chopped tinda (apple gourd), green chilies, asafoetida, salt, and turmeric powder; stir well.
Cover the pan and cook on medium heat until the tinda is soft (about 5 minutes), stirring occasionally.
In a small mixing bowl, combine yogurt, besan (gram flour), chili powder, coriander powder, kasuri methi, and garam masala.
Whisk well to combine; add 1/4 cup of water if needed.
Pour the yogurt mixture into the tinda and cook until the curry has thickened and the tinda has absorbed the flavors (3-5 minutes).
Adjust salt to taste.
Turn off the heat and stir in coriander leaves.
Transfer the Dahi Wale Tinda Sabzi to a serving bowl.
Serve warm with phulka and Pindi Chole.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
Can be made a day ahead; flavors develop further.
Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh coriander and a drizzle of cream.
Serve with roti, paratha, or rice.
Sweet or savory
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Traditional vegetarian dish
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