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Gujarati Indian · India

Cinnamon and Paprika Masala Bharwan Karela

Adds warm cinnamon and smoky paprika for depth.

42 minutes4 servings
Cinnamon and Paprika Masala Bharwan Karela
Photo: Mdsmds0 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Add cinnamon and smoked paprika to the pan with cumin seeds. 1: Mix into the tomato mixture.
  2. Cut bitter melon into 1-inch pieces and soak in salt water for 15 minutes to reduce bitterness.
  3. Drain and pat dry. Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, then onions and green chilies.
  4. Add tomatoes and cook until softened. Stir in turmeric, red chili powder, and salt.
  5. Add bitter melon and cook 10 minutes until tender. Serve warm.

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