Bitter Gourd Thoran

Ingredientsfor 4 servings

• 2 nos Bitter gourd Pavakka/Kayppakka
• 1 nos Onion
• 1 tsp Ginger — ground
• 3 nos Green chillies
• 1 cup Coconut — ground
• 1 tsp Mustard seeds
• 1 tbsp Oil
• Turmeric powder A pinch
• Salt, to taste

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Grate bitter gourd into very small pieces.

2. Step 2

   Cut onion, chillies and ginger into very small pieces using a grater.

3. Step 3

   Mix together bitter gourd, grated coconut, ginger, turmeric, onion and green chillies.

4. Step 4

   Warm the oil in a pan or a kadai.

5. Step 5

   Add mustard seeds and allow them to crackle.

6. Step 6

   Add the bitter gourd mixture into the frying pan.

7. Step 7

   Add salt and give it a good stir.

8. Step 8

   Keep the pan covered and cook on a low flame for 7 minutes. give it a good stir.

9. Step 9

   Serve while still hot with plain rice.