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Zucchini or Courgette Curry

One-pot delicious zucchini or courgette curry that pairs exceptionally well with any roti, naan or with rice. It is healthy, comforting and oh-so-satisfying!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4
Calories 140 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 zucchini washed and chopped into quarter moons
  • 2.5 tablespoon sunflower oil or any other neutral oil
  • 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 inch ginger minced
  • 2 tomatoes chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt or more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon coriander powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chilli powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh coriander chopped, for garnish
  • 0.5 cup water

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a non-stick or heavy bottom skillet over medium heat and add the cumin seeds.
  • Add the chopped onions, minced ginger and garlic. Sauté well till the raw smell of ginger and garlic disappears.
  • Add chopped tomatoes, salt, coriander powder, cumin powder, red chilli powder, black pepper powder, turmeric and ¼ cup water. Mix well until everything is well combined.
  • Cover with a lid and let the mixture cook well for about 5 minutes, stirring once in between. The tomatoes should be mushy at this stage.
  • Add the chopped Zucchini and another ¼ cup of water. Mix well until everything is well combined.
  • Cover with a lid and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring about 4 to 5 times in between until the Zucchini pieces are mostly mushy.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning.
  • Add some freshly squeezed lemon juice and mix well. Garnish with chopped coriander and enjoy with any roti or rice.

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Notes

  1. Nutrition values are a rough estimate for guidance.
  2. Adjust the amount of chilli powder depending on the level of spice you prefer.
  3. If using yellow Zucchini or any variety of squash, follow the exact recipe and chop the squash in the same way as described.

Nutrition

Calories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 609mgPotassium: 554mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 902IUVitamin C: 31mgCalcium: 73mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Dairy-Free, Gluten Free, Vegan
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