Pakarkai puli masiyal ( bittergourd n tamarind sauce )

Bittergourd is the veggie which kids avoid because of its bitterness. It is good for our health especially to diabetic patients.

Requirements :

Bittergourd – 1 cup ( chopped )

Pearl onion  - a handful

Ginger (shredded ) – 1 “ piece

Tamarind paste – 2 tbs

Sesame oil – 2 tbs

Mustard seeds – ½  tsp

Curry leaves

green  chili - 2 

To grind :

Urad dhal – 1 tbs

Coriander seeds – ½ tsp

Fenugreek seeds – ½ tsp

Cumin – ¼ tsp

Pepper corns – ¼ tsp

Red chili – 5

Sesame seeds – ¼ tsp

Method :

Sprinkle salt and turmeric powder on chopped bittergourd.

Heat a kadai and dry roast the to grind ingredients and grind along with grated coconut (optional ).

Heat oil add mustard seeds , onion , ginger and curry leaves.

Add bittergourd and sauté for few minutes.

Add the tamarind paste , required water and salt.

When cooked add the grounded powder and allow to thicken. Ready to serve.

This will be perfect combo with curd rice / plain rice.