BITTER GOURD RECIPE WITH CHEESE | KHAAK TEM | BHUTANESE CUISINE

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: paneer

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

bitter gourd

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cucumber

Zucchini has a milder flavor and is more accessible.

Slice bitter gourd thinly and remove seeds.

Sprinkle salt on bitter gourd and let it sit for 15 minutes to reduce bitterness.

Rinse bitter gourd under cold water and pat dry.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add bitter gourd slices to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender.

Sprinkle turmeric, salt, and pepper over the gourd, mixing well.

Add diced cheese to the skillet and cook until melted, about 2-3 minutes.

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

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