Bottle Gourd Puree
This Bottle Gourd Puree recipe is a healthy and tasty dish specially prepared for kids. Made with bottle gourd and moong dal, it is packed with essential nutrients.
Ingredients
- ½ Bottle gourd
- 1 tbsp Moong dal
- pinch Jeera
Instructions
- Wash, peel, and dice the 1/2 Bottle gourd. Add it to a pressure cooker along with 1 tbsp Moong dal and 50 ml of water.
- Cook for 2 whistles on medium flame, then allow the pressure cooker to cool down.
- Mash or blend the cooked bottle gourd and moong dal into a smooth puree.
- Optionally, add a pinch of jeera powder. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Health Benefits of the Ingredients for Kids:
Bottle gourd: Bottle gourd is a low-calorie vegetable rich in essential vitamins and minerals. It is a good source of dietary fiber, aiding digestion and promoting a healthy digestive system. Bottle gourd also contains antioxidants, which help boost the immune system and protect against common illnesses.
Moong dal: Moong dal, also known as moong bean, is packed with protein and dietary fiber. It is easily digestible and provides a good amount of energy for growing kids. Moong dal is also rich in vitamins and minerals, including iron and potassium, which are essential for overall health and development.
Jeera (Cumin) powder: Jeera powder adds a delightful flavor to the puree. It has antimicrobial properties and aids in digestion. Jeera is also known to improve appetite and promote healthy weight gain in children.