Stuffed Gilka Recipe (Maharashtrian Style Stuffed Silk Squash)
Stuffed Gilka is a spicy, flavourful side dish that takes the humble Gilka (silk squash) to another level. The spiced filling mixture is versatile and can be used to stuff other vegetables like brinjals, potatoes, okra etc.
Ingredients
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6 Gilka (sponge/silk squash)
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cut into about 3 inch pieces
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1 teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera)
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1 tablespoon Oil
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Coriander (Dhania) Leaves
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as required for garnish (chopped)
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2 Onions
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finely chopped
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7 cloves Garlic
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crushed
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3 tablespoon Groundnut powder
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2 tablespoon Sesame powder
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roasted
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2 teaspoons Red Chilli powder
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2 teaspoon Maharashtrian Goda Masala
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1 teaspoon Jaggery
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grated
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1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
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1/2 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
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Salt
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to taste
Instructions
Step 1
To begin making the Stuffed Gilka, we will first make the stuffing
Step 2
In a bowl mix all ingredients mentioned under stuffing
Step 3
Mix everything properly and keep it aside
Step 4
Next, make a slit length wise in each gilka piece without cutting through
Step 5
Carefully stuff about a tablespoon of the filling inside the cut
Step 6
Heat oil in a flat non-stick pan
Step 7
Add the cumin seeds and the place the stuffed gilka in the pan, cut side up
Step 8
Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes on low flame
Step 9
Carefully turn over the pieces and cook on the other side till soft but the pieces are still intact
Step 10
Use 1-2 tablespoon water if required for cooking
Step 11
Garnish with coriander leaves and serve
Step 12
Serve Stuffed Gilka with Dal Tadka, Kachumber Salad and Tawa Paratha for a spicy, flavourful meal