Karele ki Sabzi

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Ingredients 

• 5-6 medium bitter Gourds (Karele)
• Salt to taste
• 3 tablespoons oil
• 2 medium onions, sliced
• 2 teaspoons coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon dry mango powder (amchur)
• 1 teaspoon red chilli powder

Method

1. Scrape the bitter gourds and reserve the scrapings. Slit them vertically and remove the seeds. Rub two tablespoons salt all over the bitter gourds and the scrapings. Set aside for two hours. Wash thoroughly and squeeze dry.
2. Heat sufficient oil in a non stick kadai and deep fry the bitter gourds till dark brown. Drain on absorbent paper.
3. Heat three tablespoons of oil in a non stick pan, add the scrapings and sauté till brown. Add the onions and sauté for two to three minutes. Add the coriander powder, dry mango powder and red chilli powder and sauté for another minute or two.
4. Add the bitter gourds and adjust the salt. Cover and cook for two to three minutes.
5. Serve hot.

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