Karela Vegetable
Karela Vegetable is a popular Indian dish made with bitter gourd (karela), onions, and a blend of aromatic spices. It's a great option for people who are looking to lose weight and want a healthy, low-carb, and low-fat meal. This recipe uses very little oil, making it even healthier. It is suitable for vegetarians and those following a low-carb or low-fat diet.
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
142 kcal
Protein
4 g
Carbs
18 g
Fat
5 g
Fiber
8 g
Ingredients
Dried Mango Powder (Amchur)
0.5 tsp (1.5g)
Turmeric powder
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Bitter gourd, jagged, teeth ridges, short
1 cup (200g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tsp (5g)
Chopped Onion
1 small cup (100g)
Red chilli Powder
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Chopped Green Chilli
2 tsp (4g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add sliced karela and sauté for 8-10 minutes until they are cooked and slightly browned.
Add finely chopped onions and green chili. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onions turn translucent.
Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the spices are well combined and the karela is fully coated in the masala.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Aniket Prakash Bhatia
"Making this regularly for dinner, and my entire family thoroughly enjoyed every bite. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"
Gouri Dev Chauhan
"Tried this earlier today, and Karela Vegetable turned out absolute perfection! The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Dinesh Kaur Iyer
"Making this regularly for dinner, and my entire family thoroughly enjoyed every bite. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Divya Vardhan Mishra
"Following this recipe for 2 weeks now, and Karela Vegetable turned out absolute perfection! It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."