About
Karela Sabzi is made with bitter gourd (karela) and it is usually cooked with onions, tomatoes, and spices. It is a popular side dish that is often served with roti or rice. It is a healthy dish that is low in calories and high in fiber. It is also known to have many health benefits, such as aiding in digestion, reducing blood sugar levels, and helping to detoxify the body.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
1.6
Fats
5.8
Carbs
2.4
Fibre
3.5
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Recipe
Ingredients
large karela (bitter gourd)
2
turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon
red chilli powder
1 teaspoon
coriander powder
1 teaspoon
cumin powder
1 teaspoon
amchur powder
1 teaspoon
garam masala
1 teaspoon
salt
1 teaspoon
oil
2 tablespoons
cumin seeds
1 teaspoon
fenugreek seeds
1/2 teaspoon
mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon
asafoetida
1/2 teaspoon
chopped onion
1/4 cup
chopped tomato
1/4 cup
chopped coriander leaves
1/4 cup
Directions
Step 1:
Wash and cut the karela into thin slices.
Step 2:
In a bowl, add the karela slices, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, amchur powder, garam masala and salt. Mix everything together and set aside.
Step 3:
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds, mustard seeds and asafoetida.
Step 4:
Once the seeds start to crackle, add the chopped onion and sauté until it turns golden brown.
Step 5:
Add the karela slices and mix everything together.
Step 6:
Cover the pan and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 7:
Add the chopped tomato and mix everything together.
Step 8:
Cover the pan and cook for another 5 minutes.
Step 9:
Add the chopped coriander leaves and mix everything together.
Step 10:
Serve hot with chapati or rice. Enjoy!
Did you know?
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 16753 users have chowed down on Karela Sabzi a whopping 23430 times.
Where was it consumed the most?
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When was it eaten the most?
When it comes to Karela Sabzi, our users are head over heels in june, but the interest cools down in january.
Who preferred this food the most?
It's official: Karela Sabzi is the food of choice for 24-27 female, with people of >40 BMI also on board.
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 16753 users have chowed down on Karela Sabzi a whopping 23430 times.
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