Snake Gourd Fritters Padwal Pakoda Recipe: 59 Photos
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FAQ
Wash the snake gourds, very well, peel off the skin after removing the two ends. Chop the gourd to 3 pieces and each to two, longitudinally. Remove the inner seeds and white parts. Then chop them as shown in photo.
Boil the cut snake gourd pieces in some water in a dish, on low flame, until they become soft. In a pan, heat the oil and add mustard seeds. Once the mustard seeds begin to sputter, add cumin seeds and urad dal and sauté for two minutes. Finally, add the curry leaves and green chillies and switch off the flame.
Oftentimes, a few snake gourd fruits can be bitter due to terpenoid toxic compounds such as cucurbitacin B, D, G, H, etc. Such fruits should not be consumed. In a case of discomfort after consumption (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or any feeling of uneasiness), one should seek immediate medical attention.
Snake Gourd / Long Padwal (500g)
It is known as snake gourd, long tomato, tomato gourd or viper gourd in various countries. It is commonly grown in Asian countries like India, Sri Lanka, Peninsula, Philippines and Malaysia. The plant is a creeper and belongs to the family Cucurbitaceae. Snake gourd is scientifically known as Trichosanthes cucumerina.