Creamy Coconut Lauki Korma
Our Creamy Coconut Lauki Korma is a flavorful and comforting dish that's sure to please everyone at the table. The lauki, a type of winter squash, is simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce until it's tender and flavorful. The addition of cumin, mustard seeds, turmeric, red chili powder, and garam masala gives the dish a warm and aromatic flavor. Serve this korma with rice, naan, or roti for a complete meal.
Lauki, also known as bottle gourd or calabash, is a versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and it has a mild, slightly sweet flavor. In this recipe, we use lauki to make a creamy and flavorful korma. Korma is a type of Indian curry that is typically made with yogurt or cream. Our version uses coconut milk instead of yogurt or cream, which gives it a lighter and more refreshing flavor. The addition of cumin, mustard seeds, turmeric, red chili powder, and garam masala gives the korma a warm and aromatic flavor. Serve this korma with rice, naan, or roti for a complete meal.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 medium lauki, peeled and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 (13.5 ounce) can coconut milk
Instructions
  1. Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the cumin seeds and mustard seeds and cook until they begin to pop.
  3. Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Add the lauki and cook for 5 minutes, or until the lauki is softened.
  5. Add the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
  6. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the lauki is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
Why It Works
  • The lauki is simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce, which helps to keep it moist and tender.
  • The addition of cumin, mustard seeds, turmeric, red chili powder, and garam masala gives the dish a warm and aromatic flavor.
  • The korma is served with rice, naan, or roti, which helps to soak up the delicious sauce.