Lauki Kofta + Multigrain Roti

Method

1. 1

   Grate 1 medium lauki, salt lightly and squeeze out water (reserve the water).

2. 2

   Mix lauki with 4 tbsp besan, 2 tbsp coriander, ginger-chili paste, ¼ tsp turmeric, ½ tsp red chili and salt to a thick batter.

3. 3

   Shape small balls and shallow-fry in 3 tbsp oil till golden. Drain.

4. 4

   Gravy: blend 4 tomatoes, 2 onions, 12 cashews and ginger-garlic. Heat 2 tbsp oil, add 1 tsp cumin and 2 cloves; pour the puree.

5. 5

   Cook 8 mins till oil separates. Add ½ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp red chili, 1 tsp coriander powder, 1 tsp garam masala, salt and 2 cups water (use the lauki water).

6. 6

   Simmer 5 mins, stir in 2 tbsp cream and kasuri methi. Add koftas just before serving so they stay soft.

7. 7

   Roll multigrain rotis from 2 cups multigrain atta, salt, 1 tsp oil and water. Cook on hot tawa with ghee. Serve with the curry.

Adapted from Dassana's Veg – Lauki Kofta