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<li>Peel and chop the bottle gourd into small cubes. Ensure the gourd is tender and fresh.</li>
<li>In a pan or pressure cooker, heat oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds, and let them splutter.</li>
<li>Saut&eacute; the chopped onions until golden brown. Add the green chili and stir.</li>
<li>Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric, coriander powder, and red chili powder. Cook until the tomatoes soften and the oil starts to separate.</li>
<li>Add the lauki cubes, mix well, and add salt. Stir to coat the lauki in the spice mixture.</li>
<li>Add 1/2 cup of water and close the lid of the pressure cooker. Cook for 2 whistles, or if using a regular pan, cover and simmer until the lauki is soft (about 15-20 minutes).</li>
<li><strong>:</strong>Once cooked, open the lid and sprinkle garam masala. Let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes.</li>
<li>Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with roti or rice.</li>
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