Scrape and wash the sponge gourd. Cut it in small pieces.Heat a heavy bottom vessel and add the vegetable oil to it.

Add the five spices and when the oil crackles add the whole red chilli flakes and add the onions.

Now add salt and turmeric powder to it and adding a little bit of water(1/2 cup), cover the vessel and let it cook on medium flame.

When the water lessens add the garam masala and cook the vegetables till they get dry.

Serve it with the main course.

Half-fry the onions and add the cut sponge gourd and soaked split Bengal gram to it.