Pumpkin Spice Curry Recipe - Andhra Style Pumpkin Curry

Step 1: To begin making the Sorakaya Koora / Masala Curry recipe, firstly peel the bottle gourd and cut into 1/2 inch cubes

Step 2: Keep it aside

Step 3: Into a pressure cooker, add the cut Bottle gourd/ Sorakaya, along with a little salt,  pinch of turmeric powder and 2 tablespoons water

Step 4: Pressure cook on high heat for 2 whistles and turn off the heat

Step 5: Release the pressure immediately, by running it under cold water

Step 6: This will prevent the bottle gourd from getting over cooked

Step 7: Heat a heavy bottomed pan, add mustard seeds, urad dal, sesame seeds, and red chillies

Step 8: Allow it to crackle and the dal to turn golden brown

Step 9: Stir in the curry leaves, the cooked Sorakaya/ bottle gourd, sambar powder, salt to taste and stir well to combine

Step 10: Cover the pan and cook the Sorakaya Koora for 2-3 minutes until all the masala comes together

Step 11: Once done, check the salt and adjust according to taste

Step 12: Turn off the heat, transfer to a serving bowl and serve hot

Step 13: Serve Sorakaya Koora Recipe along with Mixed Vegetable Sambar, Beetroot Pachadi and Steamed Rice for your weekday lunch or dinner