Snake Gourd Fry

Delight your taste buds with this flavorful and nutrient-packed Snake Gourd Fry, a simple yet irresistible South Indian side dish perfect for pairing with steamed rice or soft chapatis. This quick stir-fry recipe highlights the unique, delicate flavor and tender texture of snake gourd, enhanced with aromatic spices like mustard seeds, cumin, turmeric, and red chili powder. The addition of sautéed onion, fresh curry leaves, and a hint of green chili brings a vibrant depth of flavor, while a garnish of fresh coriander leaves adds a touch of freshness. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and minimal cooking effort, this easy and healthy dish is an ideal addition to your meal repertoire, offering a delicious way to enjoy seasonal vegetables. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a wholesome lunch, this Snake Gourd Fry is both a time-saver and a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams snake gourd
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 0.5 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 medium onion
• 1 small green chilli
• 8 leaves curry leaves
• 0.25 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves

Directions

Step 1

Wash the snake gourd thoroughly. Trim the ends and peel the skin lightly.

Step 2

Slice the snake gourd lengthwise and remove the seeds. Cut into thin crescents.

Step 3

Finely chop the onion and green chilli. Roughly chop the fresh coriander leaves.

Step 4

Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat.

Step 5

Add mustard seeds and let them sputter.

Step 6

Add cumin seeds, followed by chopped green chilli, curry leaves, and onion. Sauté until the onion turns translucent.

Step 7

Introduce the sliced snake gourd to the pan and stir well.

Step 8

Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix to coat the snake gourd slices evenly with the spices.

Step 9

Cover the pan with a lid, lower the heat, and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

Once the snake gourd is tender and cooked, remove the lid and increase the heat slightly to evaporate excess moisture.

Step 11

Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetable turns slightly crispy.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves, mix well, and remove from heat.

Step 13

Serve hot as a side dish with rice or chapati.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(502.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	395.2

Total Fat 29.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1229.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 10.9g
Protein 5.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 154.2mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 863.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.7%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 28.1%