When things are in a rush, every body’s got lots to do and you feel the need for extra couple of hours in a day….then comes the spicy yummy meal craving. That’s when one pot meals come in handy.
Don’t you love one pot meals?
There are so many beautiful blogs with great food ideas. Came across this dish in a blog and thought it was a nice idea. Just reminded me of the dish my mum used to make. The interesting thing about the method there was they cooked the dumplings in the curry. First, it’s easier. Secondly, the dumplings are way more flavorful when it’s cooked in sauce. So that’s what I did and it turned out great.
A simple, healthy and easy Indian curry which goes perfect with some flatbread(rotis).
- ½ medium OPA SQUASH or BOTTLE GOURD
- ½ cup of chickpea flour
- ½ tsp chilly powder
- ½ tsp cumin seeds
- 2 tsp finely chopped cilantro
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 red onion finely diced
- 2 tsp ginger/garlic paste
- 2 tomatoes finely diced
- 1 tsp chilly powder
- 1 tsp curry powder(optional)
- ¼ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup coconut water(optional)or plain water
- 1 cup water
- Prepare the squash by peeling it, cutting the core off and grating it. Put it in a cheese cloth and take out all the water.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the squash, chickpea flour, and the other ingredients for the dumpling. The mixture should be a stiff one, you should be able to make dumplings. Adjust the chickpea flour accordingly. It should not be too stiff either, then the dumplings will not be moist.
- In a cast iron pan or any non-stick pan. Add 2 tsp of olive oil. Add the very finely chopped onions and let it brown for a minute.
- Add the ginger/garlic paste and fry until the raw smell disappears. Add the tomatoes and all the other ingredients for the curry with coconut water and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- Make small portions of the dumpling and add it to the curry while it is simmering. Put a lid on the pan and let cook for another 15 minutes on simmer. Check for water every 5 minutes, the curry has to be liquid and not too dry.
- SErve hot with some buttered rotis or Naan.
DEGI Chilly powder
which is milder and has a vibrant orange-red color to it.
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Oh boy this just looks so so good. Look at that sauce. I shouldn’t have even come here. It is dinner time and I have nothing to eat 🙁 Great pictures as always!!
I want this for dinner, you’ve started a craving, girl! =)
Beautifully captured.. Very tempting squash gravy..
Gorgeousness! Love the idea of one pot meals, too, Asha. They’re life savers! Your dish looks phenomenally good. Comfort foot at its finest with those yummy dumplings and that satisfying sauce…when you’re looking for some extra spice. Together? Heavenly! Cannot wait to make this dish. Thanks for sharing, girl. Pinning (of course)!
Oh my, I really have to make these especially if they’re one pot! 😀
This looks so flavorful!
Beautiful photos (again!!!). I love dumplings, but have never thought of making them with squash. It must add a delicious sweetness…I’d love a big bowl 🙂
I am a HUGE fan of one pot meals – specially when they are big enough to last a few days 🙂
Asha – your curry is so thick and ooh…I so badly wanna grab a piece of naan or roti and dip it in your curry! Opa squash I gotta look for – your dumplings sound scrumptious – GORGEOUS clicks!!!
I totally love one pot meals, especially when I have to deal with dishes afterwards. Loving this recipe and really you take such beautiful pictures!
The pictures of your food just make me want to pull up a chair, rip apart a piece of that roti, scoop up some of dumplings, and dig in! It looks delicious and yes, one pot meals are wonders!
I like this idea! Bhajiyas in a curry other than a dahi karhi, never thought of doing that.
They look yummy, and one pot too!
nazneen
Love that curry. The pics look amazing too. Who knew roti could photograph that well 🙂
I always enjoy an easy and flavorful one-pot meal like this one!
This looks absolutely divine!!!
that looks fantastic!
Hi Ash,
This looks mouthwatering! I love doodhi and doodhi koftas sound delicious!
These dumplings look amazing in the flavor sauce – pinned for later – would love to try this!
What a beautiful dish, the colors are so vibrant. Would love to try those dumplings! Yes, do like one pot meals. 🙂
Have a lovely weekend, Ash!
Looks gorgeous! I am coming over
oh dear – this looks so comforting.. I love eating spicy food on rainy days and its been raining here for days. Those rotis of yours look so good charred in some spots. Yumm!!
Yummy!!Beautiful picture Asha.
I am loving this! What a cozy, comforting, delicious meal. Makes me want have dinner on the sofa in front of the fireplace. 🙂
Oooo what a beautiful meal! I love the looks of those dumplings. And such a great idea to cook them IN the curry! So much easier.
Cant resist to the colour of the curry,very delightful and delicious..
Thanks y’ll. Indeed was a comforting and simple meal.
@Stacy thanks a ton my lovely girl.
@Monica-you are so sweet, thanks for the kind words..
@Liz-:)thanks so much
Delicious curry Asha, I like kofta curry a lot, your version sounds perfect for any meal.
I love slow-cooked meals especially one pot meals. It’s easy to put everything in there and cook for hours until it’s ready to eat! Mmmm, I would love to devour the squash dumplings in that spicy curry – I saw a lot of chickpea flour products here in Buenos Aires, and I would love to use it for something! Beautiful photos, Asha and have a great weekend!
This is so delicious, Asha. I could eat this every day!
I am a huge fan of one pot meals, and this one looks great!
That’s a very tempting curry and looks like a real comfort food for colder days!
The pics are so beautiful, love the shot with onions, flat bread,lemon and curry.
I love these Asha look really delicious!! love your pictures Asha!
This is definitely the perfect spicy one pot meal for busy days. Now you’ve got me craving for some. 🙂
What a vibrant, exquisite dish, Ash! I love both dumplings and curry so this is the perfect dish for me!
Mmmmm, must make soon.. Drooling..
I love one pot meals too because it’s a great time saver!This looks so tasty!
One pot meals are definitely a good thing. And this recipe looks superb – so flavorful, and so healthy. Really excellent stuff – thanks so much.
Yummers! I’d be perfectly content with a giant plate of just the dumplings (but will obviously take the curry too if you have any extra) 🙂
This looks delicious! Loving the rotis in the background too.
One pot meals are some of my favorite meals, and not only because there’s only one pot to clean. 🙂 I love the sound of this dish — it looks so warm and comforting!
This looks so good!! Excellent pictures.. the rotis look sumptuous as well.
Squash and chickpea flour…this is right up my alley. Another great recipe Asha!
Your dishes are always so gorgeous and I swear I can smell the aroma wafting past the screen!
My kind of comfort food! Beautiful styling, Ash 🙂
That’s a comfort meal indeed and your post reminded me of my Mum’s squash dumplings or koftas. I used to hate them as a kid but fell in love with them growing up!
Opa is new to me. I’ll have to look it up. I’m assuming it’s a winter squash. GREG
@Thanks for your comments, yes this is a very healthy and simple meal in one.
@Greg-It’s a different kind of squash, here’s the link, you should definitely try it, a very healthy vegetable. http://www.evergreenseeds.com/calgouropo.html
OMG! This looks so amazing! I absolutely love your creativity and delicious recipes! Your photography amazing, btw!
I absolutely love the way you have photographed this curry. Just makes me want to dip some bread into that sauce and enjoy!
Yay – so glad to been of inspiration for this dish! Looks absolutely delicious!
Wow! This looks mouthwatering! Thanks for sharing!
Mouthwatering and unique! This is definitely a curry for me.
Cheers,
Rosa
Oh boy, this Kofta Curry looks so good, would love to try it right now!
And that creamy tomato sauce..it can’t get much better 🙂
I’m often busy so I love easy meals! And one pot meals are fantastic! This looks so good and your photos are amazing, as always! Thanks for sharing. 🙂
This is perfect comfort food for a chilly fall evening! Your photos are beautiful too. 🙂
I posted a similar curry few months back… I just love kofta curry.. This looks delicious 🙂 I ll try ur version next time