Kovakka (Ivy Gourd) Peera Pattichathu
A delicious and unique Kerala-style preparation of ivy gourd cooked with grated coconut, shallots, and spices, similar to a traditional fish peera.
4 servings
Ingredients
- 250 gms Kovakka (cut lengthwise)
- 4 Green chilly (slit lengthwise)
- 6 Small onion / Pearl onion (finely sliced)
- 1/2 - 1 cup Grated coconut
- 1/2 tsp Jeera
- 1 - 1.5 tsp Finely chopped garlic
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
- 2 pieces Kokum (Kudampuli) (soaked in water)
- Coconut oil
- Salt
- Curry leaves
Instructions
- 1
Crush the ingredients from green chilli to turmeric powder using your finger tips.
- 2
Add the other ingredients to this along with 2-3 tbsp of water.
- 3
Cover & cook on low fire.
- 4
It will take 7-10 mins approx.
- 5
Serve hot with rice.
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