BitterGourd Fry (Pavakkai fry) - Microwave cooking

Ingredients:

• BitterGourd (Pavakkai)         - 3  (big)
• Chilli powder                        - 3/4 ts. sp
• Turmeric powder                  - 1/4 ts. sp
• Pepper powder                     - 1/2 ts. sp
• Hing powder                         - a pinch
• Rice Flour                             - 1 ts. sp
• Oil                                        - 1/2 ts. sp

Method:

1. Slit the bittergourd in the centre and discard the seeds and the soft parts.
2. Cut them into thin rings(not too thin).
3. Mix all the powders and salt, except rice flour.
4. Let it marinate for 30 minutes.
5. Transfer them into a microwave safe dish.

6. Sprinkle the rice flour and oil. Mix them well.
7. Microwave them in high for 6 minutes.
8. Remove them from microwave and mix them well.

9. Once again microwave them in high for 6 minutes.
10. Check for the crispy texture.
11. For more crispyness, microwave them for 2 more minutes.

12. Let it cool and you can store in a airtight container.