Karela (Bitter Gourd) Raita
Karela (Bitter Gourd) Raita is a low-calorie and nutritious side dish that is perfect for weight loss. Bitter gourd is known for its many health benefits, including its ability to regulate blood sugar levels and improve digestion. This recipe is gluten-free and vegetarian, but people with dairy allergies should avoid this dish. The use of curd provides protein, calcium, and probiotics to the dish, making it a great addition to your diet.
Allergen Information: Contains Dairy
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
58 kcal
Protein
6 g
Carbs
6 g
Fat
0 g
Fiber
4 g
Ingredients
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Skimmed Milk Curd
0.5 cup (100g)
Cumin Powder
1 tsp (2g)
Bitter gourd, jagged, smooth ridges, elongate
1 medium (150g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tsp (5g)
Coriander Powder
0.5 tsp (1g)
Red chilli Powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Roasted Cumin powder
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Cumin seeds
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Instructions
Preparation
Wash , Remove seed and thinly sliced Bitter guard.
Cooking Steps
Sprinkle a little salt on the sliced bitter gourd and let it sit for 15-20 minutes to remove excess water and bitterness. Rinse the bitter gourd slices and pat them dry.
In a bowl, whisk the yogurt or curd until smooth.
Add cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
Add the sliced bitter gourd to the curd mixture and mix well.
Garnish with roasted cumin seeds and fresh coriander leaves.
Serve it.
Community Reviews & Results
Yashika Rani Hammad
"My dietitian recently added this to my plan, and it turned out so flavorful without using excessive oil. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Vishal Chandra Joshi
"Made this for lunch on Tuesday, and this Karela (Bitter Gourd) Raita recipe exceeded all my expectations. The ingredient ratio is spot on, giving it a rich and authentic taste. Will be making this again very soon."
Anita Dev Roy
"Making this regularly for dinner, and Karela (Bitter Gourd) Raita fits my dietary needs perfectly without feeling like compromise food. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Will be making this again very soon."
Rahul Dev Rathore
"Prepped this over the weekend, and this health-focused Karela (Bitter Gourd) Raita blew me away with its authentic flavor. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."