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Kerala · Lunch

Bitter Gourd Curry

Traditional 85. Bitter Gourd Curry recipe

🧺 Ingredients

• 300g bitter gourd, sliced thin
• 1 onion, sliced
• 3-4 cloves garlic, sliced
• 1 tbsp ginger, sliced
• 2-3 green chilies, chopped
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/4 tsp red chili powder
• 2 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1/2 cup grated fresh coconut
• 8 curry leaves
• Salt to taste

👩‍🍳 How to make Bitter Gourd Curry

1. Remove bitterness (5 mins, no heat): Slice bitter gourd thin, sprinkle salt, let rest 5 minutes. Wash thoroughly to reduce bitterness. Pat dry. Visual: bitterness reduced without removing valuable texture.
2. Temper oil (1 min, high heat): Heat coconut oil, crackle mustard seeds, add curry leaves. Visual: seeds pop.
3. Stir-fry gourd (8 mins, medium heat): Add bitter gourd slices, turmeric, red chili powder, salt, grated coconut. Stir-fry constantly. Visual: gourd becomes soft and dark, moisture evaporates.
4. Finish (2 mins, low heat): Cook until bitter gourd is very tender and slightly crispy at edges. Visual: separated, individual slices visible.

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