Spicy Kovakkai Fry
Spicy Kovakkai Fry / Ivy gourd fry/ Tindora Fry
Ingredients:
Kovakkai / Tindora / Ivy gourd - 250 gms
To make Masala paste:
Oil - 2tbsp
Chilli powder ¾ tsp
Coriander powder - 1 tsp
Garam masala - ½ tsp
Turmeric powder - ½ tsp
Salt - as reqired
Instructions:
Wash and slit the kovakkai length wise.
Tip: Use only the vegetable which has a white or pale red inner part. Do not use the overly ripe ones for the fry. It will make the fry taste sour.
Make a paste out of the items listed under the table.
Add the kovakkai pieces to the paste and coat evenly.
Marinade for 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes, spread the kovakkai on a pan , cook it covered in low flame for 15 minutes without adding any water.
After 15 mins, remove the lid, add 2-3 tbp of oil and fry till golden in medium flame.
Kovakkai fry ready to serve.
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