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Kantola Nu Shaak

Kantola Nu Shaak

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Kantola Nu Shaak is a majestic and profoundly aromatic Gujarati heritage meal, uniquely celebrated for its spiny-gourd core and intense spiced-crunch profile. This recipe features specifically prepared batches of fresh Kantola (Spiny Gourd) sliced and simmered in a bold amount of green chili-ginger paste, gram flour, and traditional Gujarati spices. Known for its sophisticated star-shaped appearance and status as a world-famous mandatory monsoon delicacy in traditional high-end Indian luxury household sessions, it represents the soulful heart of modern 'Seasonal-Superfood' innovations. The taste is intensely rich and savory-nutty, with the gourd providing a unique professional-grade crunchy lift. Best enjoyed hot with rotlis. A mandatory choice for the refined regional meal seekers.

Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyEasy
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Ingredients

4 cups Spiny gourd (Kantola), sliced lengthwise
2 tbsp Oil
1 tsp Mustard seeds
1 tsp Cumin seeds
1 tbsp Ginger-Green chili paste
1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
2 tsp Coriander-Cumin powder
2 tbsp Gram flour (Besan)
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Cooking Kantola uncovered is mandatory for achieving the most professional-grade authentic crunchy texture and preventing sogginess.
  • Ensuring the besan is toasted with the gourd provides the absolute secret to achieving superior professional-grade nutty aroma.
  • The addition of a little red chili powder provides the essential professional-grade spicy-zest lift.
  • Always slice the gourd uniformly specifically to ensure the signature professional-grade even cooking time is achieved.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 portion (200g))

Calories

140 kcal

Protein

3g

Fat

8g

Carbs

14g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.