Karela Vegetable (No Onion, Garlic)
Karela Vegetable (No Onion, Garlic) is a popular Indian dish made with bitter gourd (karela) 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
98 kcal
Protein
3 g
Carbs
8 g
Fat
5 g
Fiber
7 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)
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 green chili. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
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
Harvinder Kaur Mukherjee
"Tried this earlier today, and my entire family thoroughly enjoyed every bite. The ingredient ratio is spot on, giving it a rich and authentic taste. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Deepak Raj Roy
"Following this recipe for 2 weeks now, and this health-focused Karela Vegetable (No Onion, Garlic) blew me away with its authentic flavor. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! A must-try dish on your wellness journey."
Nisha Prakash Mahajan
"Made this for lunch on Tuesday, and Karela Vegetable (No Onion, Garlic) fits my dietary needs perfectly without feeling like compromise food. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Aman Tiwari
"Made this for lunch on Tuesday, and Karela Vegetable (No Onion, Garlic) turned out absolute perfection! It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"