Pavakka Mezhukkupuratti | Pavakka Upperi | Kerala Style Bitter Gourd Fry

Ingredientsfor 4 servings

• 1 cup Pavakka/Bitter gourd — sliced
• 1 nos Onion — sliced
• 2 nos Green chillies
• Curry leaves, a few
• 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp Red chilly powder
• 2 tbsp Coconut oil
• 1/2 tsp Mustard seeds
• Salt, to taste

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Warm the oil in a pan. let the mustard seeds crackle and add curry leaves.

2. Step 2

   Add bitter gourd slices.

3. Step 3

   Continue cooking for 7 to 8 minutes on medium heat, stirring occasionally until the bitter-gourd is completely done and slightly browned.

4. Step 4

   Next, add sliced green chilly and onion.

5. Step 5

   Stir fry for 8-10 minutes.

6. Step 6

   Stir in the masalas and enough salt.

7. Step 7

   Roast for few more minutes until the raw spice smell fades. Then turn off the heat.

8. Step 8

   Serve alongside steamed rice.