Tendli Bhaji
Veg
Vegan
A simple stir-fry made with ivy gourd and a blend of spices, often served as a side dish in Saraswat meals.
Cuisines
Saraswat
Konkani
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 35 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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250 grams | Ivy Gourd |
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2 tablespoons | Coconut oil |
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1 teaspoon | Mustard Seed |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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1 pinch | Asafoetida |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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2 teaspoons | Red chili powder |
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1 cup | Coconut , grated |
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1 | Green Chili , slit |
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1 sprig | Curry Leaf |
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salt | To taste |
Instructions
- 1 Wash the tendli thoroughly and slice them lengthwise into thin strips.
- 2 Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 3 Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- 4 Add cumin seeds, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Sauté for a few seconds.
- 5 Add the sliced tendli to the pan and stir well.
- 6 Sprinkle turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt over the tendli. Mix to coat evenly.
- 7 Cover the pan with a lid and cook on low heat for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tendli is tender.
- 8 Add the grated coconut and slit green chili to the pan. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- 9 Remove from heat and serve hot with rice or chapati.
Tips
For a variation, add a tablespoon of jaggery for a hint of sweetness.