Kovakka Thoran

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