Tindly (Ivy gourd) roast

Tindly also known as ivy gourd, or Kovakka in malayalam, is a tropical plant in the pumpkin family. Ivy gourd is an aggressive climbing vine that can spread quickly over trees, shrubs, fences and other supports. It is a good source of antioxidants. In addition, tindly contains compounds that may have anti-inflammatory effects.

This Kerala style recipe is a very tasty dish and is served with rice and curry. It is easy to make, takes very less preparation time and is a very tasty dish. Mezhukkupuratti is the general term for a similar preparation of any vegetable without the use of coconut. When coconut is used in the preparation it is called thoran or upperi in some parts of Kerala