Low Carb Tondli Sabzi
Elevate your low-carb meal game with this delicious and easy-to-make Low Carb Tondli Sabzi, a flavorful Indian stir-fry featuring tender ivy gourd (tondli) infused with aromatic spices. Cooked in coconut oil and seasoned with earthy cumin, mustard seeds, and a blend of turmeric, red chili, and coriander powders, this vibrant dish packs a punch of taste without the carbs. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick recipe is perfect as a side dish or a standalone delight, pairing beautifully with low-carb flatbreads or served as-is. A sprinkle of fresh coriander adds the perfect finishing touch, making this gluten-free, keto-friendly recipe a must-try addition to your healthy eating repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Ivy gourd (tondli)
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 2 units Green chilies
- 0.5 teaspoons Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoons Coriander powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the ivy gourd (tondli) thoroughly and trim the ends. Slice them lengthwise into quarters or halves, depending on their size.
Finely chop the garlic cloves and green chilies.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of coconut oil.
Once the oil is hot, add cumin seeds and mustard seeds. Let them splutter for a few seconds.
Add the chopped garlic and green chilies to the skillet. Sauté for about 30 seconds until the garlic is fragrant but not burnt.
Add the sliced ivy gourd to the skillet. Stir well so that the oil and aromatics coat the vegetables evenly.
Sprinkle turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt over the ivy gourd. Mix thoroughly to combine.
Lower the heat, cover the skillet with a lid, and cook for 12-15 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. The ivy gourd should become tender but not overly soft.
Once the tondli is cooked, remove the lid and stir-fry on high heat for an additional 2-3 minutes to reduce any excess moisture and slightly caramelize the edges.
Turn off the heat and garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves if desired.
Serve hot as a side dish with low-carb flatbreads or enjoy it on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
370 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.3 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1199 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 547 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
