Kovakkai poriyal

This tiny looking vegetable called Ivy gourd in english is rich in protein & fibre. It taste good when served with hot rice, rasam & dal. Simple to make but taste great.

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Ingredients :

1. Kovakkai - 500 gms
2. Onion - 1 no
3. Tomato - 1 no
4. Mustard seeds - 1 tsp
5. Urad dal - 1 tsp
6. Turmeric powder - 1/4 tsp
7. Chilly powder - 2 tsp (ur spice ratio)
8. Corriander powder - 1 tsp
9. Oil - 1 tbsp
10. Water -1/2 cup
11. Salt to taste

Method :

1. Finely slice the kovakkai & keep aside.

2. Heat oil in the pan, add mustard seeds & urad dal.

3. Add finely chopped onion & turmeric powder. Saute for 4 mins.

4. Add finely chopped tomatoes & salt. Saute.

5. Add kovakkai , chilly powder, corrainder powder, water & salt. Cover and cook until done.

Serve warm with hot rice.