KOVAKKAI FRY

Ivy gourd, Kovakkai in Tamil has a low glycemic index and is recommended for diabetic patients, as it regulates blood glucose level.

INGREDIENTS:

Kovakkai(Ivy gourd) - 1/2 kg.
Chilli powder - 1 tsp.
Sambhar powder - 1 tsp.
Salt - as per taste
Oil - 1 ladle

For seasoning:

Mustard seeds - 1/2 tsp.
White urad dhal - 2 tsp.
Turmeric powder - 1/4 tsp.

METHOD:

Choose tender ivy gourds. Wash well and cut into round, thin pieces.

In a kadai, heat oil and temper with mustard seeds and urad dhal. When they turn golden brown, add turmeric powder and ivy gourds. Saute in high flame for 2 minutes. Simmer the stove, add salt, sambhar powder and chilli powder. Mix well. Sprinkle little water and cover it with a lid till 3/4th cooked. Now take out the lid, and continue to fry till it is roasted on all sides. Serve hot. Using sambhar powder gives it a good aroma. Can also be had as a dry curry with chappatis.