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Gujarati Indian · India

Karela Nu Shaak

Bitter melon sautéed with spices and tomatoes in a Gujarati style.

30 minutes2 servings
Karela Nu Shaak
Photo: Mdsmds0 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

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

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