Quick Indian Zucchini Curry Recipe
Make this quick and flavorful Indian Zucchini Curry Recipe in just 20 minutes! It is a healthy, low-carb dish with simple spices, almond flour, and fresh zucchini. Perfect for rice or roti.
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 1 zucchini large size
- ½ cup onions chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic finely chopped or grated
- 2 tablespoon almond flour
- 1 tablespoon oil
- ¼ teaspoon cumin seeds
- ¼ teaspoon mustard seeds
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- ¼ teaspoon red chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
- ¼ teaspoon garam masala powder optional
- 12 curry leaves 1 or 2 sprigs
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Temper the Spices: Heat oil in a kadai or pan. Add cumin and mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add curry leaves.1 tablespoon oil, ¼ teaspoon cumin seeds, ¼ teaspoon mustard seeds, 12 curry leaves
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add chopped onions and garlic. Sauté until the onions turn soft and golden.½ cup onions, 1 teaspoon garlic
- Cook the Zucchini: Add chopped zucchini. Cook for about 5 minutes on medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.1 zucchini
- Add the Spices: Lower the flame. Add red chili powder, turmeric, and coriander powder. Mix well.¼ teaspoon turmeric powder, ¼ teaspoon red chili powder, ¼ teaspoon ground coriander, ¼ teaspoon garam masala powder
- Season and Simmer: Add salt. Continue cooking for an additional 4 to 5 minutes until the zucchini is tender but not mushy.½ teaspoon salt
- Finish with Almond Flour: Turn off the flame. Stir in almond flour to lightly thicken the curry and enhance richness.2 tablespoon almond flour
- Garnish and Serve: Add fresh cilantro on top and serve warm.
Notes
Tested Tips from My Kitchen
- Texture matters: Cook zucchini on medium-high flame to avoid sogginess.
- Nut-free version: Skip almond flour if needed; the curry still tastes great.
- Prep ahead: You can chop zucchini and onions in advance for busy mornings.
Nutrition
Calories: 72kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 298mg | Potassium: 170mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 251IU | Vitamin C: 71mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg
