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Luke Coutinho (Designed by Priyanka Vithlani, Meal Planning Analyst)

Bottle Gourd Curd Raita - A Creamy Cooling Condiment

Try this easy-to-make cool and refreshing curd dip made with grated bottle gourd. If you do not like the taste of bottle gourd, there is nothing better way than reintroducing it to your palate with this recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Condiment, Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 115
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tsp cold-pressed groundnut oil for tempering
  • 1 cup bottle of gourd
  • 100 gm A2 curd
  • 2 to 3 curry leaves
  • ¼ cup tomato, chopped
  • 1 green chili, chopped (optional)
  • Coriander, chopped (for garnish)
  • ¼ tsp mustard seeds
  • A pinch of asafoetida/hing
  • Salt as per taste

Method
 

  1. Grate the gourd after peeling.
  2. Steam for a few seconds.
  3. Mix everything in a bowl according to taste.
  4. Temper with oil, mustard seeds, and hing. Enjoy.
Power tips and variations:
  1. Don't want to use bottle gourd? You can alternate it with cucumber, spring onions, or steamed grated pumpkin, too.
  2. Always peel the gourd and taste a bit of flesh to ensure it isn't bitter. If it is bitter, discard it immediately because consuming it may cause severe toxic reactions.

Notes

  • Bottle gourd is high in water content and is excellent for making the body alkaline, regenerating liver tissues, and improving its function.
  • Curd makes a good source of probiotics which is cooling for the gut and eases digestion.
  • Curd rice, if it suits you, can be the best comfort meal when you struggle with bloating, indigestion, or diarrhea because curd is an excellent source of probiotics.
Disclaimer: Please keep your healthcare provider in the loop before introducing any new food item into your lifestyle, especially if you have a medical health condition or are on medications. In case you are allergic to certain foods, please avoid them.