Jhinga Posto

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Jhinga Posto



Turai cooked with khuskhus paste - a popular Bengali delicacy.
Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Servings: 4
 Preparation Time: 10-15 minutes
 Category: Veg




Ingredients
•Ridge gourd (turai),cut into cubes400 grams
•Poppy seeds (khuskhus/posto),soaked overnight1/2 cup
•Green chillies,finely chopped2-3
•Oil1 tablespoon
•Cloves4-5
•Onions,finely chopped2 medium
•Turmeric powder1/4 teaspoon
•Saltto taste
Method
Grind together poppy seeds and green chillies with a little water.Heat oil in a non stick kadai. Add cloves and sauté till fragrant. Add onions and sauté lightly. Add the ground paste and sauté for 4-5 minutes.

Add the turai, turmeric powder and salt and mix well. Cover and cook on low heat for 8-10 minutes. Transfer into a serving bowl and serve hot.f

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