Chop the ivy gourd into small pieces
Mince the shallots and garlic using a mortar and pestle
Heat oil in a pan and add the mustard seeds and curry leaves
Once the mustard seeds splutter add the minced shallots and garlic
When garlic and shallots brown add the green chilies and saute for 2-3 minutes
After the chilies soften add turmeric powder and salt
Add the chopped kovakka and cook them over a low flame
Do not add water; let the kovakka cook under steam
Keep stirring in between till the kovakka is cooked
Now add the grated coconut and steam cook again for 3 minutes
Keep stirring in between
Take the stir-fry off the flame after three minutes