Monsoon Delight: Meghna's Kantola Ki Sabzi Recipe

Have you ever eaten Kantola ki Sabzi? Meghna, a food influencer, has recently shared the recipe for Kantola, also known as Kankoda in Gujarati. Kantola is a delightful vegetable available only for 2 months during the monsoon. Kantola is an excellent source of dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals such as vitamin C, vitamin A, calcium, iron, & potassium.

Ingredients :

• Spiny Gourd (Kantola, rinsed and cut into pieces)
• 3 tbs Oil
• Pinch of Asafoetida Powder (Hing)
• Salt as per taste
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder (Haldi)
• 1 tbs Coriander Powder (Dhaniya Powder)
• Red Chilli Powder (as per taste)
• 1/2 tsp Dry Mango Powder (Amchur Powder - optional)
• Chopped Coriander

Instructions:

• Rinse the Spiny Gourd (Kantola).
• Cut them in half and then into vertical pieces.
• Heat 3 tbs Oil in a pan.
• Add a pinch of Asafoetida Powder (Hing).
• Add the cut Kantola pieces to the pan.
• Add Salt as per your taste.
• Add 1/2 tsp of Turmeric Powder (Haldi).
• Cover the pan with a lid.
• Cook on a slow to medium flame for 7-8 minutes.
• Add 1 tbs Coriander Powder (Dhaniya Powder).
• Add Red Chilli Powder (as per your taste).
• Add 1/2 tsp of Dry Mango Powder (Amchur Powder) for a tangy flavor.
• Mix everything well.
• Cover the lid again and cook for another 5 minutes.
• Add some chopped Coriander for a fresh taste.
• Turn off the heat and tranfer the Kantola Ki Sabzi to a serving plate.
• You can enjoy this delicious sabzi with Roti, Paratha, Puri, or Rice.

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This easy and delicious recipe will definitely become a favorite in your home during the monsoon months. Enjoy the unique taste and health benefits of Kantola ki Sabzi!