Kovakkai Fry

Kovaikkai {Ivy Gourd} Fry:
~ A Dry, Fry Curry.

Making of the Kovakkai Fry:-

Ingredients needed:
1. Kovaikkai 300 gms {Cut into lengthy pieces.}
2. Hing - little
3. Salt to taste
4. Turmeric Powder.
5. Oil 2 table spoons.

Ingredients for Making Curry powder:
1. Coriander Seeds - 2 table spoons.
2. Dry Red Chillies - 4 to 5 ( according to taste)
3. Channa dal (Kadalai Paruppu) - 1 tablespoon
4. Urad dal 1 table spoon
5. Grated Coconut 2 tablespoons
Fry the above in little make into powder.

For Seasoning:
Mustard and Curry Leaves.
1. Heat Oil in a Kadai, add Seasoning and add Kovaikkai pieces and fry for 3 minutes in
medium flame.
2. Sprinkle some water, close with lid and cook for another 2 more minutes.
3. Add Salt, Turmeric, Hing and mix well.
4. Fry vegetables till soft and add sprinkle curry powder generously .
5. Cook till the Vegetable is Coated with curry powder .
* Goes well with Rice and Rotis. *

Kovakka Fry