Traditional Bottlegourd Thokku made with a perfect blend of sweetness and tanginess will taste amazing if prepared this way!

Bottlegourd Thokku traditionally with a perfect blend of sweetness and tanginess

How wonderful would it be to make a delicious Bottlegourd Thokku that combines sweet, sour, and spicy flavors? Try making this thokku with bottlegourd, jaggery, and other ingredients, and see how it tastes amazing not just with idli and dosa, but also mixed with hot rice. Bottlegourd helps reduce body heat and is rich in vitamins B and C. This healthy Bottlegourd Thokku can be made easily.

In many households, bottlegourd is often used in sambar or spicy curries. This is because not everyone likes bottlegourd when it's cooked by itself. However, try making this tasty thokku with bottlegourd, and everyone will love it. Bottlegourd Thokku pairs wonderfully with puliyodarai, lemon rice, tomato rice, and sambar rice. It’s not only delicious but also easy and quick to prepare. Let's learn how to make this Bottlegourd Thokku in this post.

Easy and Quick Bottle Gourd Recipe with less ingredients and no masala

Title	Bottlegourd Thokku Recipe
Description	A delightful Bottlegourd Thokku that combines sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. This versatile dish pairs well with idli, dosa, or hot rice. Bottlegourd helps reduce body heat. Let's learn how to make this delicious recipe.
Prep Time	5 minutes
Active Time	10 minutes
Course	Lunch, Thokku
Cuisine	Tamil Nadu
Keywords	Bottlegourd Thokku
Yield	Serves 4
Calories	987 kcal
Serving Size	700g

Equipment

Item
1 Kadai

Ingredients

Ingredient	Quantity
Bottlegourd	1
Tamarind	Lemon-sized
Jaggery	Small amount
Red Chili Powder	2 tbsp
Turmeric Powder	1/2 tsp
Salt	To taste
Mustard Seeds	1/2 tsp
Fenugreek Seeds	1/2 tsp
Coriander Seeds	1/2 tsp
Cumin Seeds	1/2 tsp
Mustard Seeds (for tempering)	Small amount
Cumin Seeds (for tempering)	Small amount
Sesame Oil	Small amount
Asafoetida	Small amount

Method

Step	Description
1	Peel the garlic and set aside. Dissolve the tamarind in water to make a thick paste.
2	Dry roast 1/2 tsp mustard seeds, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and fenugreek seeds until they turn red. Cool and grind them into a fine powder.
3	Remove the seeds from the bottlegourd and chop it into small pieces. Heat sesame oil in a kadai and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and asafoetida for tempering. Add the chopped bottlegourd and sauté until it is cooked.
4	Add the dissolved tamarind water, salt, red chili powder, and turmeric powder to the kadai. Let it boil until the mixture thickens and oil separates on the top.
5	Add the ground spice powder, a little more asafoetida, and jaggery. Stir well to combine and ensure it does not stick to the pan. Cool the thokku and store it in a glass or ceramic container. Refrigerate.

Nutritional Information

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	987 kcal
Carbohydrates	64g
Protein	6.9g
Sodium	648mg
Potassium	1094mg
Fiber	4.7g
Sugar	2.3g
Calcium	5.4mg

Enjoy your Bottlegourd Thokku with idli, dosa, or mixed with hot rice!