Kovakkai / Ivy Gourd Fry

Ivy Gourd is one such vegetable that helps regulate glucose level in blood. Ivy Gourd got its popularity very recently. During my childhood days, I have never seen these available plenty in vegetable market like now.

Ingredients:

Kovakkai 200g

Sambar Powder 1tbsp (leveled)

Pearl Onions 4

Curry Leaves 5

Mustard Seeds ¾ tsp

Salt ½ tsp

Oil

Preparation:

Chop Pearl Onions. Chop Kovakkai into thin circular pieces.

Method:

Heat Oil in a Pan. When hot, add Mustard Seeds.When popped, reduce flame. Now add Pearl Onions and Curry Leaves.

When Onions become translucent, add chopped Ivy Gourd. Fry on a medium flame till done.

Serves: 2-3

Serve with Rice and Sambar.