2 cups Snake gourd (cut into 1 inch length, Padavalanga)1/2 tsp Salt2 tsp Oil1/2 tsp Mustard seeds1 tsp Urad dal (Uzhunnu parippu)2 tbsp Shallots (Kunjulli)1/2 tsp Garam masala For preparing padavalanga ularthiyadu, first soak the garam masala powder in 1 tbsp of water.Half cook the snake gourd by adding a little water and salt.Heat oil in pan, splutter mustard seeds and urad dal. Add shallots and fry till the onion turns golden brown.Add garam masala mix and stir well.Finally add the padavalanga to it and mix it well and remove from flame.Snake gourd/padavalanga ularthiyathu is ready. Kerala