Ridge Gourd Grilled

Ingredients

• 400 g ridge gourd (turai), peeled and sliced
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp red chilli powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped

Preparation

1. Peel ridge gourd, remove soft seeds if any, cut into long strips.
2. Toss with oil, cumin, turmeric, chilli, coriander powder and salt.
3. Heat a grill pan or tawa over medium heat.
4. Grill strips 4–5 minutes per side until tender with light char marks.
5. Drizzle lemon juice and scatter fresh coriander.
6. Serve hot as a moderate side or light main.