How Do You Make Ghiya Kofta (Bottle Gourd Balls In Gravy)?
• Wash the bottle gourd. • Grate the gourd. Use the grater which has the smallest holes to make thin pieces or the bottle gourd. • Add salt and self-rising flour. • Mix in bottle-gourd and the bread crumbs. • Let stand for 15 minutes. Deep fry balls at 350º F. Deep fry the Kofta till almost golden brown in oil. Set aside • Heat oil in pan. Add the salt and onions. Sauté until it turns brown. • Add garlic with ginger. Sauté another 2 minutes. • Add: • Turmeric powder • Cumin Powder • Coriander powder: ½ Tablespoon • Fenugreek seed powder: ¼ teaspoon • Cayenne pepper: ¼ teaspoon • Stir fry so the spices do not burn for about 3 minutes. Add: • Tomato Puree • Nutmeg powder • Cinnamon powder • Dried Fenugreek leaves • Simmer for about 15 minutes. You now should have a thick liquid oozing oil. Add water, and bring to a boil. Add water, pepper or salt to suit your taste. • Add Kofta and cilantro. Simmer for 5 minutes. Serve.
