MIDHI PAVAKKAI FRY

These type of small, baby bittergourds are called "midhi pavakkai" in Tamil.

INGREDIENTS:

Bittergourd (midhi pavakkai variety) - 1/2 kg.
Salt - as per taste
Mustard seeds - 1/4 tsp.
Urad dhal - 1 tsp.
Chilli powder - 1/2 tsp.
Turmeric powder - 1/4 tsp.
Oil - 2 tablespoons

METHOD:

Select tender midhi pavakkais. Wash well and half them. Marinate it with salt and turmeric powder for 10 minutes. Squeeze out the excess water completely using your hand. Discard the seeds if any, during this process.

In a kadai, heat oil, add mustard seeds and urad dhal and when golden brown, add the marinated bittergourd and chilli powder and fry till it is cooked and crisp.