Vegan Bottle Gourd Curry

Experience comfort in every spoonful with this delicious Vegan Bottle Gourd Curry, a wholesome plant-based dish brimming with rich flavors and creamy texture. Tender bottle gourd cubes are simmered in a fragrant coconut milk-based sauce, infused with the earthy goodness of mustard and cumin seeds, a hint of spice from green chilies, and the warmth of garam masala. This satisfying curry is cooked to perfection in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight meal. Finished with a garnish of fresh coriander leaves, it's perfect when paired with steamed rice or fluffy naan bread. Packed with nutrients and free of dairy, this easy vegan recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking hearty, healthy comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium, peeled and diced bottle gourd
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 large, chopped onion
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 2 finely chopped green chilies
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon, or to taste salt
• 0.25 cup, chopped, for garnish fresh coriander leaves
• 0.5 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the medium bottle gourd into small cubes. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds and 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds to the hot oil. Allow them to splutter.

Step 4

Add the chopped large onion to the pan and sauté until it becomes translucent.

Step 5

Stir in 1 tablespoon of ginger-garlic paste and 2 finely chopped green chilies. Sauté for another minute until the raw smell disappears.

Step 6

Add 0.5 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, and 1 teaspoon of garam masala. Stir well to combine with the onion mixture.

Step 7

Add the diced bottle gourd cubes to the pan and mix everything together.

Step 8

Pour in 0.5 cup of water, cover the pan with a lid, and let it cook for around 10-12 minutes or until the bottle gourd is tender.

Step 9

Once the bottle gourd is cooked, add 1 cup of coconut milk and 1 teaspoon of salt, or to taste. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients.

Step 10

Allow the curry to simmer for another 5-7 minutes until it slightly thickens.

Step 11

Adjust seasoning if required and turn off the heat.

Step 12

Garnish with 0.25 cup of chopped fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Step 13

Serve the vegan bottle gourd curry hot with steamed rice or bread of choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1213.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	590.2

Total Fat 31.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2471.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.8g	0%
Total Sugars 35.5g
Protein 10.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 313.1mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 1950.6mg	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: 45.9%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 47.5%