Lauki Kofta Recipe

How to Make Lauki Kofta

• For Preparing Koftas:
• 1.Grate Lauki and squeeze out the excess water and keep that water in a separate bowl to use in gravy. Now keep the grated Lauki in a deep bowl.
• 2.Add salt, red chilli powder and besan to it. Mix the ingredients well. If it is watery then add little more besan for a thick consistency of the mixture.
• 3.Apply oil on your palms and make flat ball to stuff 1 piece of tamarind in each ball.
• 4.Cover the stuffing properly and make round shaped ball. Repeat this process with rest of the balls.
• 5.Now deep fry the balls on medium heat till golden brown and crisp.
• For Preparing Gravy:
• 1.Heat oil in a heavy bottomed pan and add the chopped onion to it. Stir fry until onion is well cooked.
• 2.Now add salt and turmeric powder. Stir well and cover the saucepan with a lid for 4-5 minutes. Keep checking the mixture to avoid overcooking.
• 3.Now add red chilli powder and coriander powder. Mix well adding the Lauki water. Again cover the saucepan and cook further for few minutes.
• 4.Then pour the tomato puree along with coriander leaves and stir fry for 5 minutes.
• 5.Add fresh water and bring it to boil on medium heat. Stir in between occasionally.
• 6.Add the fried koftas to the gravy and cook for few more minutes.
• 7.Turn off the flame and transfer the Lauki kofta curry in a serving dish. Garnish with coriander leaves.