How to Make Karela Recipe

• Wash and slice bitter gourd thin. Or you may chop them to bite size pieces. You can also discard seeds if you prefer.
• Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seed. when they begin to sizzle, add hing.
• Add chopped onions and curry leaves. Saute until the onions turn pink/ transparent.
• Add bitter gourd slices and sprinkle salt. Saute for 2 to 3 mins on a medium heat.
• Cover and cook on a low heat until slightly tender, half cooked. Keep stirring in between. If the pan is too dry, you may sprinkle some water and mix.
• Then the bitter gourd is slightly tender, add turmeric, fennel powder, coriander powder, red chili powder. Mix every thing well.
• Cover and cook again on a very low heat until soft cooked. If the curry looks very dry sprinkle very some water. Taste test and add more salt or spices to your liking.
• Turn off the stove. Squeeze in some lemon juice & stir. Garnish bitter gourd curry with coriander leaves. Serve with rice or roti.