1. Chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
2. Heat oil in a large vessel.
3. Add the panch phoron.
4. When the condiments splutter, add all the chopped vegetables, salt and slit green chillies.
5. Cover and cook the vegetables on low heat. Stir occasionally.
6. Do not add water. The whole process will take 10-12 mins.
7. Now add the sugar and mix well.
8. The consistency should be thick enough for the vegetables to mix well, without being mashed.
9. Remove and serve hot with steamed rice.

Tip: You can substitute mustard oil with any other cooking oil.