Bittergourd Masala:
Ingredients:
Bittergourd: half kg, Tomatoes:2 to 3, Big onion :1, Tamarind:20 gm, Turmeric powder:Half tsp, Mustard seeds:1 tsp, Garam masala powder: 1 tbsp, Chilli powder : 1 tbsp, Ginger : an inch, Coconut (grated): quarter cup, Oil:50 ml, salt: to taste, Sugar: to taste.
Method:
Cut onions, mince ginger, chop tomatoes and keep aside. Cut bittergourd into small, round pieces, apply salt on them and set aside for half-an-hour.
Grind the coconut, and soak tamarind in 50ml water. Heat oil in a pan, and temper with mustard seeds and broken red chillies. Then ,add the onion and fry till transperant.
Add ginger and chopped tomatoes and cook till they turn pulpy. Drain water (if any) from the bittergourd and add to the masala’ fry for a few minutes.
When the gourd changes colour, add sugar, salt and enough water to cover the pieces.
Close with a lid, reduce flame, and cook till the gourd turns soft
When the gravy thickens, add the ground coconut, boil for one minute, and remove from fire.
Garnish with curry leaves and serve hot.
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