> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://cookbook.mantavyam.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Ridge Gourd Recipe

## How to make turai curry firstly, in a large kadai heat 2 tbsp oil, add 1 tsp mustard, 1 tsp urad dal, 1 tsp chana dal, 1 tsp cumin, 2 dried red chilli and few curry leaves. splutter the tempering.

now add 1 onion, 1 tsp ginger garlic paste and saute until onions change colour.

add ¼ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp chilli powder, ½ tsp garam masala and ½ tsp salt.

saute on low flame until the spices turn aromatic.

further, add 2 tomatoes and saute until tomatoes turn soft and mushy.

add in chopped turai and mix well.

now add 1 cup water and mix well adjusting the consistency.

cover and cook for 10 minutes on medium flame or until the turai is cooked well.

finally, garnish with 2 tbsp coriander and enjoy **turai curry** with rice or roti.

## How to make heerekai chutney or beerakaya chutney firstly, in pan heat 2 tbsp oil and add 1 tbsp urad dal, 1 tbsp chana dal, 4 dried red chilli.

roast on low flame until the dal turns golden brown.

add in ridge gourd skin and roast until it shrinks slightly.

cool completely and transfer to the blender.

add 1 cup coconut, small piece tamarind, 1 tsp jaggery, ½ tsp salt and ½ cup water.

blend to smooth paste adding water as required.

now prepare the tempering, by heating 2 tsp oil.

add ½ tsp mustard, ½ tsp urad dal, 1 dried red chilli and few curry leaves. splutter the tempering.

finally, pour-over **heerekai chutney** or **beerakaya chutney** and enjoy with hot steamed rice.

## How to make ridge gourd raita or tambuli firstly, take ridge gourd seeds and add ½ cup water in a pan. cover and boil for 5 minutes or until the seeds soften.