Tindora-Tomato Curry is a mouth-watering North Indian curry that makes
a perfect side for any Indian flatbread, pita bread, or rice. Spicy and
tangy, this combination of vegetables is healthy and rich in beta
carotene (vitamin A) that acts as an antioxidant and prevents cells
from damage and provides various health benefits. Tomatoes are also
rich in vitamins A, C, and K.
Tindora/Tondli/Dondakaya/Ivy Gourd is an Indian vegetable that is
available in Indian grocery stores (fresh and frozen).
Cook the tindora with a little salt and a sprinkle of
water in the
microwave for about 6 minutes or until tender. You can boil these
separately, if you don't want to use the microwave.
Heat
the oil in a medium skillet and add the cumin and mustard seeds and fry
until they start to pop. Add the turmeric powder, cooked tindora, green
chillies, ginger, and more salt if needed. Saute for 5-6 minutes on
medium heat, stirring as needed, until the tindora starts to brown a
little.
Add the coriander-cumin powder, garam masala, and
amchur, and saute for 2-3 minutes
more.
Add the tomato, lemon juice, and sugar, and saute for
2 more minutes.
Garnish the tindora-tomato
curry with cilantro.
serve the tindora-tomato
curry with roti, or
plain rice.