Ivy guard Stir fry/Kovakka Mezhukkupuratti

Ivy guard Stir fry/Kovakka Mezhukkupuratti

            This is a very yummy stir fry recipe. This is very common  dish in south India and  is usually eaten with steamed rice.

Ingredients and Measurements Needed

• 1/2 kilo- Ivy Guards
  
• 1/8 th of an Onion or some shallots
  
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  
• 1/2 tsp chili powder or crushed chili
  
• 2 tsp oil
  
• salt required

Method

1. Cut ivy guards into small pieces .
   
2. Chop onion or shallots into small pieces
3. Now heat a pan and add oil into it .
4. Then add the onions/shallots into it and saute for some time.
   
5. Now add the cut Ivy guards and give it a stir.
   
6. Then cover the pan and cook it for 5 minutes .
7. Keep mixing the fry in regular intervals in these 5 minutes.
   
8. Now add salt,turmeric powder and chili powder and mix well.
   
9. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes without closing the lid.
   
10. Now switch off the flame and transfer it into a serving plate.
11. Serve this dish with steamed rice.