Mix all of the filling ingredients together in a bowl. Fill about 1 tablespoon of masala into each karela (add a bit extra to the larger karelas). Tie them with kitchen twine to hold the masala inside. Pour 2 cups of water into …
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In a small bowl, mash the minced garlic and chili pepper flakes together. Heat wok over medium-high heat, then add 2 tablespoons of neutral oil. When the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and chili mixture. Stir-fry briefly until aromatic, about 30 seconds. Add the bitter melon.
Kerela/ bitter melon is just like other vegetables, the trick is to cut its bitterness to an enjoyable level. Like it will still be slightly bitter but the bitter sour taste is the delicacy of this vegetable.
In a bowl take sliced bitter melon and add 1 teaspoon salt and 2 tablespoon lemon juice. mix well and leave for at least 30 minutes. In a vessel take oil, heat on low flame and add garlic and fry till light golden. Add dry whole spices (cumin, fenugreek, mustard) first, then powder spices (turmeric and coriander powder) Saute for 1 minute.
Bitter Melon Stir Fry This bitter melon stir fry tastes great alone or with chicken or beef in the mix. The sugar helps tone down the bitterness, while the garlic pairs flawlessly with the melon’s natural taste. It’s a low-carb, low-calorie, low-fat dish that takes just 30 minutes to make. (Adding meat will add more calories and fat.)