ගමේ රසට ඇබරැල්ලා හදමුද | Sri Lankan Abarella Curry | Abarella Recipe | Spicy Abarella Recipe

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water + cornstarch provides thickness.

bitter gourd

💰Cheaper: zucchini

Zucchini has a similar texture and is less bitter.

Slice bitter gourd thinly and sprinkle with salt; let sit for 15 minutes to reduce bitterness.

Rinse bitter gourd under cold water and pat dry with a towel.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add mustard seeds and cook until they start to pop, about 1-2 minutes.

Add sliced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chopped tomato and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in turmeric, coriander, cumin, and chili powder; cook for 1-2 minutes to bloom the spices.

Add the prepared bitter gourd and mix well with the spices.

Pour in coconut milk and water; bring to a simmer.

Reduce heat to low and cover; simmer for 15-20 minutes until bitter gourd is tender.

Season with salt to taste and stir in curry leaves before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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