Three special bitter gourd recipes for healthy food meal .village kitchen recipe.Sri Lanka foods

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: low-fat coconut milk

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Low-fat coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper adds sweetness without heat.

curry leaves

💰Cheaper: bay leaves

Bay leaves provide a similar aromatic flavor.

bitter gourd

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cucumber

Zucchini offers a milder taste.

Slice bitter gourd and soak in salt water for 30 minutes to reduce bitterness.

Drain and rinse the bitter gourd under cold water.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

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

Stir in chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until golden, about 5-7 minutes.

Add diced tomato and green chili; cook until tomatoes soften, about 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate the bitter gourd and turmeric; mix well to coat.

Pour in coconut milk and season with salt; bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until bitter gourd is tender.

Stir in fresh coriander before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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