Instant Pavakka Theeyal Kit

Instant Pavakka Theeyal includes Pavakka(280gm), Grated Coconut(100gm), Shallot, Curry Leaves(20gm) RECIPE=Heat a pan and add 2 tbsp oil. Add the bitter gourd pieces, slit green chilies along with 1/2 tsp turmeric powder and saute. Cover and cook till it is done. Do not add water, instead cook the bitter gourd pieces on low flame. In a non stick pan, dry roast the grated coconut till brown. Once the coconut scrapes are brown, add red chilly powder, coriander powder, fenugreek seeds and dry roast and keep aside. Grind all the fried ingredients with a little water to form a smooth paste. Heat oil in a wok and splutter mustard seeds. Saute shallots, dry red chillies and curry leaves. Add the cooked bitter gourd pieces and stir. Mix the ground coconut paste, tamarind paste, little salt and add 1 cup of water to the pan and stir well to combine. Cook for around 7-8 minutes on medium flame till the gravy thickens. Taste and add more tamarind paste if needed. Serve hot with steamed rice