Lauki Kofta

How to Prepare

1. Grate the bottle gourd (lauki) and squeeze out excess water using a muslin cloth.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine grated lauki, besan, ginger-garlic paste, green chilies, cumin powder, garam masala, and salt to form a dough-like mixture for koftas.
3. Shape the mixture into small round balls (koftas).
4. Heat oil in a deep frying pan and fry the koftas until golden brown. Set aside on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
5. For the gravy, heat 4 tbsp oil in a large pot. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
6. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
7. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 2 minutes.
8. Add tomato puree, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and garam masala. Cook until the mixture releases oil.
9. Add 6 cups of water to adjust the gravy consistency and bring it to a boil.
10. Add the fried koftas to the gravy and simmer for 10 minutes on low heat.
11. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with roti or rice.