Spinach & Bottle Gourd Curry

Both spinach and bottle gourd are very helpful during pregnancy. Both veggies are loaded with vitamins, minerals and irons which are helpful during your pregnancy.

Prep Time:15 Minutes 
Cook time: 20 Minutes

Ingredients:

4 cups of shredded bottle gourd

4 cups of  washed spinach(wash them then chop them)

1 cup of chopped onion

1/2 tsp turmeric powder

1/2 tsp cumin powder

1/2 tsp garlic paste/powder

1/2 tsp ginger powder/paste

1 bay leaf

Few drops of lemon juice

1 tsp salt or more

1/4 cup chopped cilantro

2 green chili if you want hot and spicy
4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Directions:

• In a hot saucepan ,add oil and saute onion til onion gets little golden brown. 
• Then add all the spices except lemon juice and cilantro.
• Saute for 5 to 7 minutes.
• Next add bottle gourd and spinach and mix properly with the spices.
• Cook for 7 to 10 minutes or until everything gets tender and soft.
• Curry is ready to serve with rice or bread.

Enjoy and have fun.