Potol Bhaja

Ingredients                                                                                                                                                                                                         Serves 4

• Pointed gourd (Potol/Parwal) 500 g, peeled and cut into 2–3 inch pieces
• Turmeric powder 1 tsp
• Salt to taste
• Rice flour 2–3 Tbsp (for coating)
• Mustard oil 3–4 Tbsp for shallow frying
• Optional: red chili powder ½ tsp

Method

• Peel and cut the pointed gourd into 2–3 inch pieces.
• Sprinkle turmeric and salt over the pieces and mix well. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes.
• Pat the pieces dry and coat lightly with rice flour.
• Heat mustard oil in a pan on medium heat.
• Shallow fry the coated pointed gourd pieces until golden brown and crisp on all sides.
• Remove and drain excess oil on paper towels.
• Serve hot as a side dish with rice and dal.

Prep time 10 minutes                   Cook time 15 minutes                        Total time 25 minutes