Ingredients:
Karela/Bittergourd- 2 nos
Green chillies- 4-5
Roasted Cumin-1/2 tsp
Roasted Fenugreek seeds- 1/4 tsp
Roasted Dhania-1 tsp
Tamarind paste- 3-4 tsp
Roasted Channa dal- 2 tsp
Jaggery- a small piece
Coconut gratings- 2 tsp
Salt to taste
For Seasoning:
Oil- 2 tbsp
Mustard seeds- 1 tsp
Red chilli- 2-3
Curry leaves- 4-5
Hing- a pinch
Turmeric- 1 tsp
Method 1:
Cut the karela into small pieces. Smear some turmeric and keep it aside for 10-15 mins. Boil the karela in water until it becomes tender(not too soft). Grind coarsely green chillies, coconut, Roasted chana dal, Cumin,Fenugreek seeds, Dhania. Add tamarind juice to the cooked Karela, add ground mixture, jaggery and salt. Bring it to boil and add the seasoning. Serve with Rice/Chapati.
Method 2:
Cut the karela into small pieces. Smear some turmeric and keep it aside for 10-15 mins. Take a pan. Add Oil and other seasoning ingredients with finely chopped green chillies. Add Karela and water and let it cook. Now add tamarind paste. Add powdered cumin,Fenugreek seeds,dhania,Jeera,channa dal,coconut gratings,jaggery and salt. Bring it to boil and serve.
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