lauki ki sabji

Directions

1. 1
   firstly, in a large kadai heat 2 tbsp oil and saute 1 bay leaf, 1 inch cinnamon, 1 tsp kasuri methi, 1 tsp cumin until it turns aromatic.
2. 2
   add 1 onion, 1 tsp ginger garlic paste and saute until it turns golden brown.
3. 3
   further, add ½ tsp turmeric, ¾ tsp chilli powder, ½ tsp coriander powder and ¾ tsp salt.
4. 4
   saute on low flame until it turns aromatic.
5. 5
   additionally, add 1½ tomato and saute until it turns soft and mushy.
6. 6
   now add 450 grams lauki and saute for 2 minutes.
7. 7
   also, add 1 cup water and mix well.
8. 8
   cover and boil for 20 minutes on medium flame or until lauki are cooked well.
9. 9
   adjust the consistency as required adding more water if required.
10. 10
    now add ¼ tsp garam masala and 2 tbsp coriander. mix well.
11. 11
    finally, enjoy lauki ki sabji with chapathi or rice.