Kovakka Mezhukkupuratti

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 20 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 500 gm Kovakka (Ivy Gourd)
  • 2 medium Onion (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Chilly flakes
  • 1 teaspoon Coconut Oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
  1. 1
    Kovakka Mezhukkupuratti (Ivy Gourd stir fry) is a healthy and popular Kerala side dish usually served with rice.
  2. 2
    Wash the ivy gourd thoroughly and slice it thin. You can cut them either horizontally or vertically.
  3. 3
    Heat oil in a pan. Add chopped onions and sauté for a few minutes.
  4. 4
    Add the sliced ivy gourd and salt. Mix well.
  5. 5
    Cover the pan with a lid and cook on low flame for about 10 minutes, or until the ivy gourd is cooked.
  6. 6
    Add red chilli flakes and mix well. Cook for a few more minutes.
  7. 7
    If you prefer it crispier, you can add a little more oil and fry it further.
  8. 8
    Kovakka Mezhukkupuratti is ready to serve!
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Ushadevi
Food and Lifestyle Blogger

Hello beautiful people! I’m Ushadevi, a home manager, love travel and a foodie. All the recipes in this blogs are home made. No preservatives added. Most of the recipes are traditional Indian food. Explore, Make and Taste !!