Hagala Kayi Gojju

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Ingredients

1 medium	bitter gourd (Hagala Kayi)
2 tablespoons	tamarind pulp
1 tablespoon	jaggery
1 teaspoon	mustard seeds
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 teaspoon	urad dal
1 teaspoon	chana dal
2 tablespoons	coconut oil
1 pinch	asafoetida
2 tablespoons	fresh grated coconut
2 teaspoons	sambar powder
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
—	salt to taste
1 cup	water
1 sprig	curry leaves

Instructions

1. 1 Wash the bitter gourd thoroughly and cut it into thin slices.
2. 2 Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.
3. 3 Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
4. 4 Add cumin seeds, urad dal, chana dal, and fry until golden brown.
5. 5 Add a pinch of asafoetida and curry leaves, sauté for a few seconds.
6. 6 Add the sliced bitter gourd and sauté until they start to soften.
7. 7 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
8. 8 Add tamarind pulp and jaggery, stir to combine.
9. 9 Pour in water and bring to a boil.
10. 10 Reduce the heat and let it simmer until the bitter gourd is cooked and the flavors meld together.
11. 11 Add sambar powder and grated coconut, mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
12. 12 Adjust salt and jaggery to taste.
13. 13 Remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.