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Koppal Modern Kovakkai Stir Fry
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Koppal Modern Kovakkai Stir Fry

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Koppal cooking — Koppal Modern Kovakkai Stir Fry brings a wood-fired touch with a classic stir fry finish. About 36 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 11 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Ivy Gourd (Kovakkai)250 g, chopped

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.

  4. 4

    Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.

  5. 5

    Simmer covered until tender.

Chef's tip

Chop everything mise-en-place; the cook goes quickly once oil is hot.

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