## Dahi Turai Ki Sabzi Recipe (Ridge Gourd Simmered In Yogurt Curry Recipe) (North Indian Recipes Style)
Discover how to make a delicious and authentic **Dahi Turai Ki Sabzi Recipe (Ridge Gourd Simmered In Yogurt Curry Recipe)** with this easy-to-follow recipe. A traditional **North Indian Recipes Lunch**, this dish is **Vegetarian** and perfect for any occasion.
**Yields:** 4 servings
**Prep time:** 10 minutes
**Cook time:** 25 minutes
**Total time:** 35 minutes
**Cuisine:** North Indian Recipes
**Course:** Lunch
**Diet:** Vegetarian
### Ingredients for Dahi Turai Ki Sabzi Recipe (Ridge Gourd Simmered In Yogurt Curry Recipe):
* 300 grams Ridge Gourd (Turai/ Peerkangai) – peeled and cut into dices
* 1 tablespoon Gram flour (besan)
* 1/2 teaspoon Sugar
* 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
* 2 Green Chillies – slit
* 1/2 cup Curd (Dahi / Yogurt) – whisked
* 2 Tomatoes – grated into a puree
* 1 Bay leaf (tej patta)
* 1 teaspoon Kalonji (Onion Nigella Seeds)
* 1/2 teaspoon Sunflower Oil
* Salt – to taste
* 1 teaspoon Ghee
* 1/2 teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera)
* 1 Dry Red Chilli – broken
* 1 inch Cinnamon Stick (Dalchini) – broken
### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Dahi Turai Ki Sabzi Recipe (Ridge Gourd Simmered In Yogurt Curry Recipe):
1. first prep all the ingredients and keep them ready.
2. Whisk the dahi (yogurt), salt and the besan in a small mixing bowl until you get a smooth mixture.
3. Add 1 cup of water and whisk well again.
4. Heat oil in heavy bottom pan over medium heat.
5. Add the kalonji seeds and allow it to crackle.
6. Add the grated tomatoes, green chillies, bay leaf and turmeric powder.
7. Saute for a few minutes until the tomatoes start bubbling.
8. Stir in the cut turai (ridge gourd), the whisked yogurt, sugar and stir well.
9. Keep stirring until the mixture until you see the curry bubbling.
10. This is to ensure that the yogurt curry does not form lumps.
11. Once you see the mixture bubbling, turn the heat to low and simmer for another 3 to 4 minutes so the flavors get infused and the turai is cooked through well.
12. Once done, check the salt and adjust to suit your taste.
13. Turn off the heat and transfer to a serving bowl.
14. Heat the ghee in a tadka pan; crackle the cumin, cinnamon and red chillies.
15. Pour the seasoning into the Dahi Turai Ki Sabzi and serve warm.
16. Serve the Dahi Turai Ki Sabzi, along with Phulkas, Potato Roast and Carrot Salad for a wholesome dinner.
### Tips for the Best Dahi Turai Ki Sabzi Recipe (Ridge Gourd Simmered In Yogurt Curry Recipe):
* Always use the freshest ingredients available for the best flavor.
* Adjust the level of spices like chili powder to suit your personal taste.
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