1. Wash and dry gourd . Slit and remove seeds and pulp .

2. Cut in to fine slices or roundels .

3. Slit green chillies .

4. Cut coconut into 0.75 cm (1/4)pieces .

5. Cook together gourd ,green chillies and coconut with salt and just enough water to cook gourd dry.

6. Cook over gentle heat till gourd is done and water evaporated .

7. Heat oil in a fry pan. Add cooked gourd and fry till gourd is fairly crisp.