## Kuvale Sasam Recipe – Konkani Ash Gourd Curry – Easy & Delicious Recipe

Discover how to make a delicious and authentic **Kuvale Sasam Recipe – Konkani Ash Gourd Curry** with this easy-to-follow recipe. A traditional **Konkan Main Course**, this dish is **Vegetarian** and perfect for any occasion.

**Yields:** 4 servings
**Prep time:** 15 minutes
**Cook time:** 20 minutes
**Total time:** 35 minutes

**Cuisine:** Konkan
**Course:** Main Course
**Diet:** Vegetarian

### Ingredients for Kuvale Sasam Recipe – Konkani Ash Gourd Curry:

* 1/2 cup Fresh coconut – grated
* 4 Dry Red Chillies
* 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
* 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
* 20 grams Tamarind
* Salt – to taste
* 1/3 cup Water
* 300 grams Vellai Poosanikai (Ash gourd/White Pumpkin) – cut into medium sized cubes
* 1/2 cup Water
* 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
* Salt – to taste
* 1 teaspoon Sunflower Oil
* 1/2 teaspoon Mustard seeds
* 2 Dry Red Chillies
* 2 sprig Curry leaves

### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Kuvale Sasam Recipe – Konkani Ash Gourd Curry:

1. we will first grind the masala which is the base for the dish. *To make the freshly ground masalaIn a mixer jar combine, the coconut, red chillies, mustard seeds, turmeric powder, tamarind, water and salt to taste.
2. Grind to a coarse paste.
3. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
4. Next, heat a pressure cooker on medium heat, add the ash gourd cubes, salt, turmeric powder and 1/2 cup of water and pressure cook for 1 whistle.
5. Turn off the heat and allow the pressure to release naturally.
6. Open the pressure cooker once the pressure has been released, and return the cooker to flame, add in the freshly ground coconut masala, and cook on medium heat, until it comes to a rolling boil.
7. Adjust the consistency of the Kuvale Sasam by adding water to your liking.
8. Check the salt and seasonings and adjust according to taste.
9. Once done, turn off the heat.
10. Transfer the Kuvale Sasam to a serving bowl and set aside. *For the tadka of Kuvale SasamIn a tadka pan, heat oil on medium heat, add the mustard seeds and allow it to splutter, next add the red chillies and roast for a few seconds.
11. Finally add in the curry leaves and allow them to crackle.
12. Turn off the flame, and pour this tadka over the piping hot Kuvale Sasam and serve hot.
13. Serve Kuvale Sasam Recipe along with Steamed Rice, Beetroot Poriyal Recipe (Stir Fried Beetroot) and Curry Leaves Buttermilk Recipe – Curry Patta Chaas Recipe for your everyday meal.

### Tips for the Best Kuvale Sasam Recipe – Konkani Ash Gourd Curry:

* Always use the freshest ingredients available for the best flavor.
* Adjust the level of spices like chili powder to suit your personal taste.

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