FRIED KARELA/BITTER MELON | recipe guyanese style 🇬🇾

karela

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: bitter gourd

Zucchini offers a milder flavor while maintaining a similar texture.

garam masala

🥗Healthier: coriander and cumin mix

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

A mix can replicate the flavor profile at a lower cost.

Chop karela and add salt; squeeze to release moisture and bitterness.

Wash karela thoroughly to remove excess salt.

Squeeze karela dry after washing.

Preheat a wok and add karela to fry, using extra oil.

Flip karela to fry on both sides.

Add garlic, onions, and tomatoes to the wok when karela is halfway cooked.

Add seasonings to flavor the dish.

Finish cooking and add cilantro and green onions before plating.

Cooking Techniques

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