Gentleman's Toes aka Ivy Gourd Stir Fry

Ivy Gourd, often compared to bitter melon can be prepared in a variety of ways.  It can be stuffed with masala and sauteed or made into curries.

It is believed to help regulate blood sugar levels. 

Ingredients:

2 cups Ivy Gourd, cut lengthwise
1 tsp mustard seeds

1/2 tsp cumin seeds
1/4 tsp turmeric

1 tsp ginger garlic paste
1 tsp urad dhal
1 green or red chilie, slit and cut into 1/2 inch pieces

1 sprig curry leaves
1/4 cup grated paneer
salt

Method:

In a pan, heat some olive oil, add the mustard and cumin seeds and curry leaves. When mustard pops, add the ginger garlic paste and stir for a minute or two. Add the chopped chilies. 

Add the sliced  ivy gourds, sprinkle  1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder and salt. Cook for about 5 minutes covered. Sprinkle a little water if the pan gets too hot. Stir fry until the gourds are cooked. Then add grated paneer and remove from heat.

Serve hot.