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Do you make faces at the sight of gourds and throw away their peels, thinking they're useless? If so, don't do that anymore, because the peels you consider garbage can be used to make a delicious chutney that will have you licking your fingers. This chutney is not only delicious but also very beneficial for your health. Let's learn how to make it easily.

Serves: 2

Ingredients:

Gourd peels: 1 cup (thoroughly washed and cut into small pieces)
Green chilies: 2-3 (according to your taste)
Ginger: 1-inch piece
Garlic: 4-5 cloves (omit if you don't eat garlic)
Cumin seeds: 1/2 teaspoon
Asafoetida: A pinch
Salt: To taste
Lemon juice: 1 teaspoon
Coriander leaves: 2-3 teaspoons (chopped)
Oil: 1 teaspoon

Method:

First, heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and asafoetida and fry.
Now add chopped bottle gourd peel, green chilies, ginger, and garlic and fry for 3-4 minutes, until the peel softens slightly.
Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool.

Now transfer the roasted mixture to a mixer jar.
Add salt, lemon juice, and chopped coriander leaves, and grind it finely.
Your delicious and nutritious chutney is ready. Serve it with roti, parantha, or dal-rice.

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