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Jhinga Posto

Turai cooked with khuskhus paste - a popular Bengali delicacy. This recipe is from FoodFood TV channel

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Jhinga Posto
Main IngredientsRidge Gourd, Poppy Seeds
CuisineBengali
CourseMain Course Seafood
Prep Time11-15 minutes
Cook time16-20 minutes
Serve4
TasteMild
Level of CookingModerate
OthersVeg

Ingredients list for Jhinga Posto

  • 400 grams Ridge Gourd cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup Poppy Seeds soaked overnight
  • 2-3 Green chillies finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Oil
  • 4-5 Cloves
  • 2 medium Onions finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder
  • to taste Salt

Method

  1. Grind together poppy seeds and green chillies with a little water.Heat oil in a non stick kadai.
  2. Add cloves and sauté till fragrant. Add onions and sauté lightly.
  3. Add the ground paste and sauté for 4-5 minutes.
  4. Add the turai, turmeric powder and salt and mix well.
  5. Cover and cook on low heat for 8-10 minutes. Transfer into a serving bowl and serve hot.

Nutrition Info

Calories466
Carbohydrates50.5
Protein13.1
Fat23.3
Other FiberFiber- 26gm
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