Karela Kachri
Karela Kachri is a delicious and healthy Indian dish made from bitter gourd, also known as karela. This tangy and spicy dish is perfect for those who love bold flavors and want to enjoy the numerous health benefits of bitter gourd. Ingredients: Bitter gourd, Cumin seeds, Salt, Coriander, Coriander powder, Turmeric powder, Onion, Red chilli powder, Cooking oil
30min
Cook Time
4
Servings
Recipe
120 kCal
Recipe
1
Wash 500 grams of bitter gourd (karela) thoroughly and slice them into thin round pieces. Remove the seeds if desired.
2
In a bowl, mix 1 teaspoon of salt with the sliced karela and let it sit for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, squeeze out the excess water from the karela slices.
3
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds and let them crackle.
4
Add 1 finely chopped onion to the pan and sauté until it turns golden brown.
5
Add the squeezed karela slices to the pan and mix well. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the karela becomes slightly crispy.
6
Add 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of red chili powder, 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, and 1 teaspoon of amchur (dry mango powder) to the pan. Mix well and cook for another 5-7 minutes.
7
Adjust salt to taste and garnish with chopped coriander leaves. Serve hot with roti or paratha.
Nutrition
120
kCal
2 g
Protein
7 g
Fat
12 g
Carbs
1 tsp of Cumin Seeds
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1 tsp of Salt
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1 tsp of Turmeric Powder
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