## Stuffed Gilka Recipe (Maharashtrian Style Stuffed Silk Squash) (Maharashtrian Recipes Style)
Discover how to make a delicious and authentic **Stuffed Gilka Recipe (Maharashtrian Style Stuffed Silk Squash)** with this easy-to-follow recipe. A traditional **Maharashtrian Recipes Lunch**, this dish is **Vegetarian** and perfect for any occasion.
**Yields:** 4 servings
**Prep time:** 10 minutes
**Cook time:** 20 minutes
**Total time:** 30 minutes
**Cuisine:** Maharashtrian Recipes
**Course:** Lunch
**Diet:** Vegetarian
### Ingredients for Stuffed Gilka Recipe (Maharashtrian Style Stuffed Silk Squash):
* 6 Gilka (sponge/silk squash) – cut into about 3 inch pieces
* 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera)
* 1 tablespoon Sunflower Oil
* Coriander (Dhania) Leaves – as required for garnish (chopped)
* 2 Onions – finely chopped
* 7 cloves Garlic – crushed
* 3 tablespoon Groundnut powder
* 2 tablespoon Sesame powder – roasted
* 2 teaspoons Red Chilli powder
* 2 teaspoon Maharashtrian Goda Masala
* 1 teaspoon Jaggery – grated
* 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
* 1/2 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
* Salt – to taste
### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Stuffed Gilka Recipe (Maharashtrian Style Stuffed Silk Squash):
1. we will first make the stuffing.
2. In a bowl mix all ingredients mentioned under stuffing.
3. Mix everything properly and keep it aside.
4. Next, make a slit length wise in each gilka piece without cutting through.
5. Carefully stuff about a tablespoon of the filling inside the cut.
6. Heat oil in a flat non-stick pan.
7. Add the cumin seeds and the place the stuffed gilka in the pan, cut side up.
8. Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes on low flame.
9. Carefully turn over the pieces and cook on the other side till soft but the pieces are still intact.
10. Use 1-2 tablespoon water if required for cooking.
11. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve.
12. Serve Stuffed Gilka with Dal Tadka, Kachumber Salad and Tawa Paratha for a spicy, flavourful meal.
### Tips for the Best Stuffed Gilka Recipe (Maharashtrian Style Stuffed Silk Squash):
* Always use the freshest ingredients available for the best flavor.
* Feel free to customize this Stuffed Gilka Recipe (Maharashtrian Style Stuffed Silk Squash) recipe with your favorite complementary ingredients!
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