Turai ke Galouti Kebabs (Sponge Gourd Kebabs)
Servings: 16 kebabs
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Looking for a vegetarian kebab to accompany your Sabz Biryani? Try these melt-in-the-mouth Turai Ke Galouti Kebabs. Rich in fiber and nutrients, they are sure to keep them guessing. A hit with kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- 500 gms sponge gourd (turai)
- 1 cup whole masoor dal (brown lentil)
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 3 tbsp ginger garlic paste
- 2-3 green chilies chopped
- 2 tbsp cumin powder (jeera)
- 2 tbsp coriander powder (dhania)
- 1 1/2 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder
- 2 tbsp amchoor (raw mango) powder
- 1 1/2 tsp garam masala powder
- 1 tsp chat masala powder
- 1/4 cup chopped coriander leaves
- 1 cube Maggi Veg Super Seasoning (optional)
- 3/4 cup fresh breadcrumbs (2 slices)
- Oil for cooking
Instructions
- To begin, soak the whole masoor dal in water for at least 2 hours.
- Scrape the sponge gourd and cut it into pieces.
- Boil the chopped sponge gourd with dal, sliced onions, and a tsp of salt in 1 cup of water. If you are using a pressure cooker, give it about 3-4 whistles.
- Once cooked, dry the excess water.
- Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and mash it coarsely. Let it cool a bit so that it is easy to handle.
- Add the ginger garlic paste, chopped green chilies, and the dry masalas – cumin powder, coriander powder, Kashmiri red chili powder, amchoor powder, garam masala powder, and chat masala powder.
- Finally, add the breadcrumbs and chopped green coriander leaves. Mix. For extra flavor, you can add a cube of Maggi veg super seasoning.
- Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape them into kebabs.
- Brush the tawa or a griddle with oil. Cook the kebabs until they colorize.
- The Turai Ke Galouti Kebabs are ready to serve. Serve hot with pickled onions and mint chutney.
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This blog post is part of the blog challenge ‘Blogaberry Dazzle’ hosted by Cindy D’Silva and Noor Anand Chawla in collaboration with Mister Tikku.
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June 6, 2025 @ 5:37 pm
You are rocking it, as always, Madhuji. Your passion for cooking and sharing is on fire. Mine has almost turned to cold ash. Hats off to you for this lip-smacking Turai ke Galouti kebab. A vegetarian like me keeps hounding for such gems.
June 6, 2025 @ 9:30 pm
I never imagined turai could be used this way! As someone trying to eat more veggies creatively, this recipe sounds like a must-try—healthy, unique, and full of flavor.
June 7, 2025 @ 6:51 pm
Who thought the less loved Turai could actually be transformed into sumptuous vegetarian Kebabs and so nutritious too . Tussi great ho Madhu Aunty!
June 8, 2025 @ 3:00 pm
Sounds interesting. Must try this . Thanks for sharing ..you made it sound so simple too by breaking it down
June 9, 2025 @ 10:10 am
Now, another way to eat turai. It’s one of my fave veggies, so light and nutritious.
June 9, 2025 @ 6:32 pm
I am glad to see you back and I mean it truly from the bottom of my heart. Your recipes are always of top notch and no one can deny it. Being a non vegetarian I am mostly addicted towards non veg galoti kebab and especially the one from Kebab Factory in Noida Sector 18… But I will definately try your version of Galoti kebab… The veg fusion
June 9, 2025 @ 10:09 pm
This Turai ke Galouti Kebab recipe is exactly the kind of veggie magic I love, pairing nostalgia and comfort in one melt-in-your-mouth bite. Spoon gourd as kebab? Genius. The spices sound beautifully balanced, and using minimal oil keeps things fresh yet indulgent.
For anyone even slightly veggie-curious, this turns humble ingredients into something special. Bookmarking this for my next cosy dinner experiment.
June 10, 2025 @ 12:11 pm
Though I am not a fan of Turai, but your recipe is so tempting.
June 11, 2025 @ 12:24 am
Reading your posts after so long. I never thought sponge gourd can be cooked this way. I will definitely try this out..hope you are doing well
June 11, 2025 @ 10:58 am
I am a huge fan of Galauti kebab but never thought that veg kebab looked so delicious and easy to prep. I would definitely try it at home.
June 11, 2025 @ 12:13 pm
Oh wow, turai in kebabs.. Now that’s something I never thought of.
Sounds like such a fun and healthy twist- especially if it’s a hit with kids too (always the toughest critics 😅). Definitely trying this with our weekend biryani. Thanks for the idea.
June 11, 2025 @ 12:32 pm
I am definitely going to try this recipe for my toodler
June 11, 2025 @ 12:36 pm
Welcome back, Mam and this is such an interesting recipe to try this summer!
June 11, 2025 @ 1:47 pm
I love Turai, so I am sure that the galoutis would be delicious too! Such a yum way to incorporate these.
June 11, 2025 @ 8:53 pm
Turai ke kabaab is such an innovative recipe! I’ve had turai ka besan ans it’s quite tasty. Will try this healthy and yummy recipe as well.
June 11, 2025 @ 9:20 pm
These sound amazing! Never thought turai could turn into something so indulgent—definitely trying this with biryani next weekend.
June 11, 2025 @ 10:30 pm
Snacks are the most tastiest dishes which makes table lively! Thanks for such a tempting recipe.
June 11, 2025 @ 11:02 pm
Trust you to come up with such innovative recipes to get us to eat our veggies. These were absolutely melt in the mouth.