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Padval Bhaji

Padval Bhaji

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Padval Bhaji is a majestic and profoundly nutritious Maharashtrian heritage snake gourd stir-fry, uniquely celebrated for its light and crunchy profile. This recipe features specifically prepared batches of sliced snake gourd sautéed with chana dal, fresh coconut, and a signature mustard tempering to achieve a professional-grade soft and savory consistency. Known for its world-famous association with healthy daily lunches and status as a mandatory nutritious staple in traditional high-end regional households, it represents the soulful heart of modern 'Green-Gourmet' innovations. The taste is intensely rich and buttery-sweet, with the fresh ginger providing a unique professional-grade zesty lift. Best enjoyed hot with fresh phulka or rice. A mandatory choice for the refined regional health seekers.

Padval Bhaji Recipe
Snake Gourd Curry Marathi Style
Traditional Maharashtrian Side Dish
Healthy Vegetable Sabji
Nutritious Snake Gourd Stir Fry
Simple Savory Curry
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyEasy
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Ingredients

500g Snake Gourd (Padval), sliced
1/4 cup Chana dal, soaked
1/2 cup Fresh coconut, grated
2 Green chilies, chopped
1 tsp Mustard seeds
1/4 tsp Hing
1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
2 tbsp Oil
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Scraping the gourd instead of deep peeling is mandatory for achieving the most authentic nutrient retention.
  • Ensuring the chana dal is soaked for at least 30 minutes provides the absolute secret to achieving superior parallel cooking.
  • The addition of a little bit of sugar provide the essential flavor balance.
  • Always use fresh, wet coconut to ensure the signature Konkani taste is achieved.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 portion (200g))

Calories

100 kcal

Protein

2g

Fat

5g

Carbs

13g

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