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Bitter Gourd

Cultural Context

Bitter gourd, known as karela in Hindi, is widely used in Indian cuisine, particularly in the northern regions. This unique vegetable is celebrated for its distinct bitter flavor and is often associated with traditional health benefits. In Indian households, it is commonly prepared as a stir-fry or stuffed with spices and served as a side dish. Its popularity has led to various adaptations across Asia, with each culture embracing its bitterness in different culinary contexts.

IndianINside
40 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups bitter gourd
1 medium onion
1 medium tomato
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
1 green chili
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh coriander

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

bitter gourd

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cucumber

Zucchini offers a milder taste while cucumber can be a cost-effective substitute.

1

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

2

Deep fry the bitter gourd slices until crispy.

3

Chop tomatoes and mix with fried bitter gourd.

4

Add Maldive fish and salt to the mixture.

5

Toss everything together and serve.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

panknifecutting boardspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-freelow-carbpaleo

Also Known As

Bitter MelonKarelaMomordica charantia

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