Masala dondakaya

Ingredients:

Dondakaya-1/4 kg

Sesame Seeds\til\Nuvvulu-1tbsp

Onions Medium Sized- 3-4

Cloves\Lavanga-1-2

Dalchini Chakka\Patta-1/2 inch piece

Shajeera-1tsp

Jeera-1tsp

Dhaniya-1tsp

red chillies-1-2

Kothimira\Coriander-1bunch

Pudina-1/2 bunch

Oil-2tsp

Salt to taste

Chilli powder-1 tsp

Green chillies-2-3

Tamarind: 1 small lemon sized

Turmeric: 1/4 tsp

Procedure:

•     slit the dondakaya in center as a plus so that the masala can be stuffed.
•     Put the pan on the stove and dry roast the  masalas-Jeera,Dhaniya, cloves,shajeera, dalchini,red chillies till they release their aromas and keep aside.
•     Now dry roast the sesame seeds till golden brown and keep aside.
•     Now put 1tsp of oil in the pan and frythe onions, green chillies, coriander and pudina till the onions turn golden brown  and let it cool.
•     Grind the dry masalas and sesame seeds till fine powder then addd the onions, green chillies, coriander, pudina, Tamarind, Turmeric, chilli powder and salt and grind to fine paste.
•     Put the pan on the stove and 1 tsp of oil. Fry the dondakya in the oil till they are cooked.
•     Now add the masala paste and mix thoroughly(If the masala looks too thick add a little water).
•     Lower the flame and cook till the masala releases the oil.

Masala dondakya is ready to serve.

Serving Instructions: Tastes better with hot rice.