Punjabi Bharwan Tinde
A mouth-melting version of stuffed round gourd that will soon become your favorite.
Ingredients
For the filling
- 1kgTinde (round gourd)
- 1 1/2tspSalt
- 1tspRed chilli powder
- 1tspDegi mirch
- 1tspGaram masala
- 1tspCoriander powder
- 1tspRoasted cumin seeds powder
- 1tspTurmeric powder
For cooking
- 2tspAnardana powder
- 1/2cupMustard oil
- 1tspCumin seeds
- 2cupOnion paste (from 4 large onions)
- 2tbspTomato puree
- 1bundleCoriander leaves
How to make Punjabi Bharwan Tinde
Preparing the filling
Mix salt, red chilli powder, degi mirch, garam masala, coriander powder, roasted cumin seeds powder, and turmeric powder together.
Stuffing and cooking the tinde
Peel and hollow out the tinde (round gourd).
Stuff the tinde with the prepared spice mixture.
Heat mustard oil in a pan and add cumin seeds.
Once the cumin seeds splutter, add onion paste and sauté until golden brown.
Add tomato puree and cook for a few minutes.
Place the stuffed tinde in the pan and cover them with the onion-tomato mixture.
Cook on low heat until the tinde are tender.
Mix in anardana powder and garam masala.
Garnish with coriander leaves before serving.
Tips & Tricks
Ensure the tinde are evenly stuffed for consistent flavor.
Cook on low heat to allow the flavors to meld together.
Preeti Kalia
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