Pavakka Theeyal

1. Pavakka – 1 medium
2. Coconut – 1 cup
3. Chilli Powder – 1 desert spoon
   Coriander Powder – 1 desert spoon
   Turmeric powder – 1/2 teaspoon
   Pepper – 2
   Fenugreek – a pinch
   Mustard seeds – a pinch
4. Small Onion – 4
   Ginger – 1 desert spoon
   Garlic – 1 desert spoon
   Green chilli – 1,2
5. Tamarind – size of a small lemon
6. Salt
   Coconut oil

Fry the coconut till it becomes golden brown. Add the number 3 ingredients and continue frying till it becomes dark brown. Make sure that it doesnt get burnt. Once this is cool, grind it without water. Add some water to the ground mix & stir well. Keep it aside.Soak tamarind in 1 tablesppon water. Steam pavakka, with number 4 ingredients till it becomes soft ( You can also microwave it for 4 minutes). Heat oil in a pan & saute the steamed pavakka for 5 minutes. Add the tamarind along with its pulp. When it starts boiling add the ground coconut mix. Let it boil. Garnish with fried small onions & curry leaves.