First pressure-cook bitter gourd, turmeric powder, and salt for 3 whistles
add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and when the oil is hot
Furthermore, Add mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, and cumin seeds; saute and let them splutter
add curry leaves and green chilli; mix well and roast
Furthermore, Add garlic and saute for 15 seconds
add chopped onions and sauté till onions turn translucent
Furthermore, Add cooked pavakkai; saute for 3 minutes
add tomatoes and give a quick mix
Furthermore, add salt and turmeric powder; mix well and saute till tomatoes turn mushy
Add sambar powder, and saute for two minutes
Furthermore, Add tamarind paste and give a quick mix
add water and boil for 10 minutes
Finally, add jaggery and sesame oil; cook till thokku comes to your desired thickness