Pavakka Thoran | Bitter Gourd Stir Fry
Known for its unique blend of flavors, Pavakka Thoran dish combines the bitterness of pavakka (bitter gourd) with the aromatic goodness of grated coconut and spices.
Ingredients
- 2 Nos. Bitter gourd/Pavakka cut into small pieces
- 4 Nos. Green chillies
- 1/4 Tsp Turmeric powder
- 1/2 Cup Coconut grated
- Curry leaves Few
- 1 Tsp Mustard seeds
- Salt As reqd
- 2 Tbsp Oil
- 4 Nos. Shallots
Instructions
- Wash the bitter gourd and slice it open. Discard the seeds and pith. Slice the bitter gourd into thin pieces.
- Heat oil in a pan, splutter mustard seeds and add chopped shallots and curry leaves. Saute for 5 minutes.
- When it turns light brown in colour, add turmeric powder and salt. Stir in chopped pavakka pieces into the oil and mix well.
- Grind grated coconut and green chillies into a coarse mixture and add to the bitter gourd. Do not stir. Close with a lid and cook in low flame,
- After a few minutes, remove lid and combine well. Cook for another 2 minutes and remove pan from flame.
- Serve the delicious thoran with rice.
Notes
You can visit this link Vendakka Mutta Thoran. You can also visit this link Cabbage Thoran.
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