Kovaikai (Ivy Gourd)Masal.

Kovaikai (Ivy Gourd)Masal.

Ivy Gourd is mainly known for its quality to standardizes the sugar metabolism within your body but it also believed to reinforce the defense mechanisms. It is abundant with Vitamin C, which will help in conditioning the bones. 
A simple recipe to make this stir fry veggie dish.
Ingredients:

Kovakkai - 200g
Onion - 1 (big size)
Tomato - 2 (medium size)
Sombu (fennel seeds) - 1/2 teaspoon
turmeric powder, chilli powder and salt to taste
Curry leaves and coriander leaves for seasoning

Steps:

Slice kovakkai and boil with turmeric powder until soft.

Heat oil in a pan, add the fennel seeds followed by curry leaves. Fry the sliced onions and then add the cut tomatoes. Add chili powder and saute well. 

Add the boiled vegetable. Stir fry for 2 to 3 min. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve with Rice.