Kovakka Fry | Tindora Fry

Ingredientsfor 3 servings

• 3 cup Tindora/Ivy Gourd Kovakka
• 1/4 cup Shallots — chopped (Kunjulli)
• 1 tsp Red pepper — crushed
• 2 Cloves garlic — crushed
• 9-10 Coconut pieces — thinly sliced
• 1 Tbsp/as Oil
• 1/4 tsp Mustard seeds
• 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder

Preparation

1. Step 1

   For preparing the healthy dish, first wash kovakka and drain. Cut off the stem and slice into long pieces. Ripe ones should be discarded.

2. Step 2

   Heat oil and let the mustard seeds crackle. Add chopped shallots, crushed red pepper, garlic and the coconut pieces.

3. Step 3

   Cook well until the shallots are golden brown. Add turmeric powder.

4. Step 4

   Stir and add the kovakka/tindora slices. Add required salt and cook in medium flame until done.

5. Step 5

   Do not add water and let any remaining water dry completely.

6. Step 6

   Your Tindora fry is ready and serve hot with rice.