Lauki ki Sabzi

2008 July 8
by 365DaysVeg

Something simple that takes you back in time ~ Lauki ki Sabzi


Lauki

Sometimes I am in a mood for something simple yet satisfying; something that reminds good old days from my dearest Mom’s kitchen. There are plenty of such food and I did not know where to begin or what to cook. I looked at my refrigerator and saw the firm, vibrant green lauki and it took me back in time. Except my Mom & Dad, all of us in the family hated lauki. Because it was such a simple dish with not too much fuss and needed very few spices. But you know, in that age, we always wanted something more complex, more aromatic etc. But today, I understand it’s simplicity and appreciate it’s flavor, it’s benefits. So, today’s meal is lauki ki sabzi (A side dish of bottlegourd) with roti.

Recipe:

1 medium size Lauki cubed
1 large tomato
2 tsp red chili powder
1 tbsp dhania powder
1 tsp haldi powder
salt to taste
1 tsp jeera
2 -3 tsp oil
Dhania (herb) for garnish

Purée tomato in a blender. If you prefer you can remove the skin by blanching the tomato into boiling water and then purée as well. Heat oil in a pressure cooker, add jeera. Then add the lauki and saute for a couple of minutes. Add the spices listed and mix well. Now add the purée, salt, cover the lid and pressure cook it just before the whistle starts to come. Remove from heat and open it after the pressure has settled. Garnish with dhania & serve hot with roti. It’s that simple and takes no time. The tomato purée gives a bit of a tang which makes this dish interesting. Enjoy!


Garam (Hot) lauki ki sabzi with roti ~ my entry for VOW-bottlegourd event

NOTE: We call the liquid in the sabzi as “jhol”. So the name of the dish as my Mom calls it is Jhol ki Lauki
TIP: Instead of tomato purée, you can also substitute it with dahi. Also do not add more water while pressure cooking, because lauki tends to leave water as it is.

21 Responses leave one →
  1. 2008 July 8

    looks delicious…

    • 2009 October 11
      365DaysVeg permalink

      Thanks so much notyet100.

  2. 2008 July 8

    Jhol Lauki looks ..wonderful…

  3. 2008 July 8

    hey nice one,we call it “aeraun tamate mein” in sindhi,with just one change…we add methi seeds(fenugreek seeds)…just few along with jeera,but that gives a heavenly flavor to this subzi
    Btw why don’t u send this one to Pooja of VOW-bottlegourd event?
    bye and take care

  4. 2008 July 8

    Looks nice. otherwise i dont like lauki

  5. 2008 July 8
    Sonu permalink

    hey…what a concidence…!!! I just returned frm market with fresh Lauki(it first time ever I bought Lauki after arriving Australia). My mom often make Lauki subji & Bhakri(Chapati)…I just love it…! it’s simple yet very tasty. ur photographs is always superb…!
    BTW,today,I am going to make Sandesh mithai, of course, it inspired from u…!So, wish me best of luck as I am going to make Paneer at home first time;):)
    Take care.
    Keep it up Priya.
    Sonu:))

  6. 2008 July 9

    lauki sabzi looks delicious priya..well presented..a mild tasting veg with lots of flavor..loved it..u can send this to this months poojas creative ideas-lauki…:)

  7. 2008 July 9

    It looks delicious. Bottle gourd is comfort food for me. We make a similar curry like yours here or usually have slices of bottle gourd in Dal soups. Will try your version too! Thnx for sharing.

  8. 2008 July 9
    365DaysVeg permalink

    Hi Notyet100, Priti, Alka, Sushma, Sonu, Ranji, Mona. Thanks so much all of you for checking out the post and your thoughtful comments. Thanks for letting me know of the VOW event as well. I am so impressed how you guys know of these events! Impressive.

    Sonu, I am sure sandesh will turn out well. Just add enough lime/lemon juice or white vinegar in one spot of the boiling milk and in about 10 -15 seconds, stir it with a spatula from the bottom. You will immediately see the curds separating.

  9. 2008 July 9
    Bhawana permalink

    wow lauki ki sabji looks soooooooooooooooo tasty :) . Want to have it with roti and curd :) ))))).

  10. 2008 July 9
    Sonu permalink

    Hi Dear,
    With ur best wishes and support, my Sandesh turned out very soft,yummy and fantastic…!!! I am so happy with it:D My hubby just loved it…!
    And many thanks for giving me instruction for making Paneer. Home-made paneer is just more delectable than store bought. I always wud make it home.
    Thanks again,
    Keep it up Priya.
    Take care dear.
    Sonu:)

  11. 2008 July 9

    I love lauki for its simple taste , and this kinda curry is my favorite :) .

  12. 2008 July 9

    Lauki is wonderful – cooked or un cooked
    Try Lauki Ka raita for a great accompaniment to any dinner

    or simple lauki juice to invigorate your metabolism

    Sid- the Maestro down Under

  13. 2008 July 9

    3 ripe bananas
    1/4 c. vegetable oil
    1 c. sugar
    2 c. flour
    1 teaspoon salt
    1 teaspoon baking soda
    1 c. chopped walnuts or pecans
    flavor-vanilla

    Mash bananas (overripe make the best bread). Add oil, vanilla and sugar. Mix well. Sift flour, salt and soda together and add to banana mixture with walnuts if using. Mix until flour is blended in but do not overmix.

    Put into loaf pan and bake at 350 degrees F. for 45-60 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes in pan, then remove to rack to cool completely before cutting.

  14. 2008 July 10

    Nice and easy recipe Priya. I usually prepare it with toor daal. Today I tried Srivalli’s kurma, it tasted good too. I will try your version also. You can also grate it add some masala and stir fry it and use it as a stuffing for parathas. I do this also quite often.

  15. 2008 July 10

    Then there is Lauki ka Halwa- a winner on the table

  16. 2008 July 13
    padma permalink

    this was so tempting…i tried it the other day!!so simple yet so satisfying(as you put it)!!!yumm.it was a hit with phulka s + onion rings and cucumber (nimbu maar ke)..thank u for ur recipe

  17. 2009 July 15
    Sumit permalink

    Hey thanks. I am about to start making it. I hope it comes out good.

    • 2009 July 16
      365DaysVeg permalink

      I am sure it will come out great for you Sumit. Thanks for checking out the recipe.

  18. 2009 October 11
    maya parihar permalink

    lauki is very usefull to us.

    • 2009 October 11
      365DaysVeg permalink

      It sure is Maya. Thanks for checking out the recipe.

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