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

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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.


TitleBottlegourd Thokku Recipe
DescriptionA 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 Time5 minutes
Active Time10 minutes
CourseLunch, Thokku
CuisineTamil Nadu
KeywordsBottlegourd Thokku
YieldServes 4
Calories987 kcal
Serving Size700g

Equipment

Item
1 Kadai

Ingredients

IngredientQuantity
Bottlegourd1
TamarindLemon-sized
JaggerySmall amount
Red Chili Powder2 tbsp
Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
SaltTo taste
Mustard Seeds1/2 tsp
Fenugreek Seeds1/2 tsp
Coriander Seeds1/2 tsp
Cumin Seeds1/2 tsp
Mustard Seeds (for tempering)Small amount
Cumin Seeds (for tempering)Small amount
Sesame OilSmall amount
AsafoetidaSmall amount

Method

StepDescription
1Peel the garlic and set aside. Dissolve the tamarind in water to make a thick paste.
2Dry 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.
3Remove 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.
4Add 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.
5Add 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

NutrientAmount
Calories987 kcal
Carbohydrates64g
Protein6.9g
Sodium648mg
Potassium1094mg
Fiber4.7g
Sugar2.3g
Calcium5.4mg

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

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