Khatta Karela

Preparation:30 mins
Cook: 20 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Servings: Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

250 gms sliced bitter gourd (karela)
2 chopped onions
1 grated raw mango
1 tsp chopped green chillies
1 tsp fenugreek (methi) seeds
1 tsp fennel seeds (saunf)
1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
1/2 tsp chilli powder
1/2 tsp garam masala
salt to taste
2 tbsp mustard (rai / sarson) oil

Method

Sprinkle some salt over the washed and sliced bitter gourd rounds and keep it for 30 minutes to 1 hour.Wash them again with water, drain and squeeze using kitchen towel.Heat oil in pan , add fenugreek seeds and fennel seeds.Let the seeds crackle, add the onions and green chillies and sauté till they turn golden brown in colour.Add the raw mango , stir and add bitter gourd slices and cook or 7-8 minutes.Add all the spices and salt, mix well and cook for 1-2 minute. Remove from the flame and serve hot with chapati.