This bitter gourd / bitter melon, otherwise known as karela, recipe is a vegetarian curry that will be suitable for everyone. Karele ki sabji is a bitter gourd recipe that involves frying the bitter gourd and then mixing with an array of spices. Also known as kakarakaya this karela ki sabji will surely impress all your friends and family. Serve with homemade chapatti or basmati rice for the perfect pairing!

- 500 g Bitter Gourd karela
- 1 tsp Salt x2
- 50 ml Vegetable Oil
- 2 Onions finely diced
- 3 Tomatoes chopped
- 1 tsp. Turmeric Powder
- 1 tsp. Coriander Powder
- 1 tsp. Chilli Powder
- 50 ml Water warm
- 1 Green Chilli finely chopped
Remove the ends of the bitter gourd and cut into half then use a teaspoon remove the seeds and cut into 1cm thick slices
Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the karela pieces then leave to brine for at least 30 minutes
Squeeze out the excess water and then wash off the remaining salt
In a pan heat up the vegetable oil until hot then fry the karela pieces until the edges are lightly browned
Once fried remove the pieces and set aside then in the same pan add the finely diced onions and cook the onions for 3-4 minutes until softened
Add the fried karela pieces then cook on medium heat for 10 minutes
As the karela is cooking add the chopped tomatoes then cook for a further 3-4 minutes
Add the salt, turmeric powder, coriander powder and chilli powder and cook the spices for 6-8 minutes
Add the water and finely chopped green chillies and cook for 2-3 minutes
Your bitter gourd curry is ready!
Calories: 196kcal