Masala Bitter Melon Recipe | Masala Karela Recipe

Ingredients:

150g bitter melon (1 large bitter melon)

Pinch of cumin

1/4 cup oil

5 cloves of garlic (crushed)

1/2 onion (finely chopped)

1-2 chillies (may vary with your taste)

1 teaspoon turmeric powder

1 teaspoon masala powder

Pinch of asafoetida

Salt to taste

Methods:

1) In a heated pot, add cooking oil.

2) Add pinch of cumin and splutter.

3) Add garlic and saute until soft. Then, add onion and saute' until light brow.

4) Add turmeric powder and masala powder and saute' for few seconds.

5) Add the bitter melon (washed, peeled and finely chopped), salt, aasfoetida and chillies. Mix to combine and cook for 15 minutes until bitter melon turns brownish and crispy. Ensure to stir, occasionally.

*Serve masala karela with roti or naan.

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