Bhaja Muger Dal diye Lau Chingri (Bottle Gourd Prawns Curry - Bengali Style)

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Bhaja Muger Dal diye Lau Chingri (Bottle Gourd Prawns Curry - Bengali Style)

Description

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :15 Min

Cook Time : 20 Min

Total Time : 35 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 3
  • 1 medium size bottle gourd, finely chopped


  • 1/4 cup moong dal, dry roasted, washed & drained


  • 8-10 medium size prawns, cleaned, washed & drained


  • 3 tbsp. mustard oil


  • 1 tsp. cumin seeds


  • 2 bay leaves


  • 2 green chilies, slit


  • 1/2 tsp. salt or to taste


  • 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder


  • 1 tsp. sugar (opt)


  • 1 tsp. roasted cumin powder


  • 1 tbsp. ghee


  • 2-3 tbsp. coriander leaves, chopped

Directions

  • Marinate the prawns with a pinch of salt and turmeric powder for 5-10 minutes. Heat 1 tbsp. oil and saute the prawns till it changes colour. Drain and keep aside.
  • Heat remaining oil and temper with cumin seeds and bay leaves. Saute for a few seconds. Add the chopped bottle gourd, roasted dal, fried prawns and all the dry spices.
  • Mix everything well and cook, covered till done. Sprinkle water and keep stirring at intervals.
  • When done, add ghee and coriander leaves. Give it a stir and serve with plain steamed rice or chapatis.