ridge gourd curry

ridge gourd curry(ಹಿರೆಕಾಯಿ ಪಲ್ಯ )

ingredients:

1. skinned and diced ridge gourd 2 1/2 cups
2. soaked moong dal 1/3 cup
3. peanut powder 2 tbsp
4. oil 1 tbsp
5. mustard seeds 1/4 tsp
6. jeera 1/4 tsp
7. curry leaves 4-5
8. red chili powder 1/4 tsp or as per taste
9. gud 1/4 tsp
10. salt to taste
11. goda masala (kaala masala) 1/4 tsp optional

• heat oil in a pan add mustard and jeera let splutter and add curry leaves and hing
• add soaked moong dal and cover to cook for some time
• add the diced ridge gourd and mix well. cover and let cook for some time
• add red chili powder, masala powder(optional),gud,salt, peanut powder and some water to cook. cook till the ridge gourd is just soft enough.