Karela bhaji, also known as bitter gourd stir-fry, is a
popular Indian dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course. Here
is a simple recipe to make karela bhaji:
Ingredients:
Half kg medium-sized bitter gourds
2 tablespoons oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
2 medium-sized onion, chopped
1 teaspoon coriander powder
Salt to taste
Instructions:
Wash the bitter gourds thoroughly and cut them into thin
slices.
Sprinkle salt over the bitter gourd slices and let them sit
for 15-20 minutes. This helps to reduce the bitterness of the gourd.
After 20 minutes, squeeze the bitter gourd slices to remove
the excess water and bitterness.
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and
mustard seeds and let them crackle
Add the bitter gourd slices and stir fry for 5-6 minutes.
Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
Add coriander powder, m , salt. Mix well.
Cover the pan and cook the bhaji for another 5-6 minutes or
until the bitter gourd is cooked and turns golden brown.
Enjoy your delicious and healthy karela bhaji as a sidedish.
