Jhinge Posto (Turai / Ridge Gourd in Poppy Seeds Gravy - Bengali Cuisine)
Cooking Time
Preparation Time :5 Min
Cook Time : 15 Min
Total Time : 20 Min
Ingredients
Serves : 3
3-4 ridge gourd (turai), chopped
2-3 tbsp. mustard oil
1 tsp. nigella seeds
1 onion, chopped
1 tsp. finely chopped ginger
1/4 cup poppy seeds, ground with some water
2-3 fresh green / red chilies
1/2 tsp. turmeric powder
1 tsp. salt or to taste
Directions
Heat oil and temper with nigella seeds. Saute for a few seconds and then add the onion and chopped ginger. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes.
Add the chopped ridge gourd, salt and turmeric powder. Saute for 4-5 minutes. Add the poppy seeds paste and fresh chilies. Mix well and stir fry for a minute.
