Masala Ridge Gourd / Masala Dodkyachi Bhaji

Time 30 min

Ingredients

Ridge gourd 2 medium size (remove outer edges and cut into 2 inch pieces)

Finely chopped onion 2 medium size

Red chili powder 1.5 tsp 
Smooth paste of (Coconut 1 tbsp+ 1 inch ginger+3-4 garlic cloves+4-5 curry leaves+2 green chilies+ 1 tomato)  

Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp

Garam masala 1 tsp

Water 2-3 tbsp

Oil 2 tbsp

Salt to taste

Method

Heat oil in pan, add onion, saute till onion turns golden brown. Then add masala paste+ red chili powder+ turmeric powder. Fry well for 2-3 min. Then add ridge gourd. Fry and stir well for about 2-3 min. Then add 2 tbsp water cover with lid and cook for about 7-8 min till ridge gourd is cooked 80 %. Then add garam masala powder. Stir well. Then let it cook for about 3-4 min till its done. Keep checking the water level to avoid burning. Switch off the flame, and serve hot with chapati.

Tip
Ridge gourd doesn't require much water to cook. U need to taste whether it has been cooked or not. Then add water accordingly.