Stuffed Bottle Gourd Curry with Tomato Gravy

1Wash the bottle gourd (1 medium) and peel it. Cut it into halves lengthwise and scoop out the seeds to create a hollow cavity.

2In a bowl, mix the flour (1 cup) with a little water to form a smooth dough. Divide the dough into small balls.

3Stuff the hollow cavity of the bottle gourd (1 medium) with the dough balls.

4Heat oil in a pan and place the stuffed bottle gourd (1 medium) pieces in the pan. Cook until they turn golden brown on all sides.

5In a blender, puree the tomatoes (2) to make a smooth paste.

6Heat oil in a separate pan, add the tomato paste, and cook until the raw smell disappears and the oil separates from the paste.

7Add water to the tomato gravy to achieve the desired consistency and season with salt and spices as per your taste.

8Place the cooked stuffed bottle gourd (1 medium) pieces in the tomato gravy, cover the pan, and let it simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to blend together.

9Serve the Stuffed Bottle Gourd (1 medium) Curry with Tomato Gravy hot with rice or roti.