Wash and cut Spiny gourd in a strips.

Heat oil in a pan. Crackle cuminseeds Saute ginger garlic paste chilli paste and onion slices.
Saute till onion looks transparant.
Now add spiny gourd strips Salt and pinch soda. Saute and cover it.Cook on a slow flame. For 57min.
Now add turmeric powder and saute. Lastly add cumin coriander powder black pepper crushed and sugar.Mix properly and cook for 5min. Spiny gourd is ready.