Step-by-step
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firstly, slice bitter gourd to thick slices and remove seeds.
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add 1 tsp salt and mix well.
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allow to rest for 30 minutes. this helps to reduce the bitterness of bitter gourd.
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now in a pan take 2 tbsp peanut, 2 tbsp sesame, 1 tsp chana dal, 1 tsp urad dal, 1 tsp cumin seeds, 1 tsp coriander seeds, ¼ tsp methi and 4 dried red chilli.
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roast on low flame until it turns aromatic.
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cool completely and blend to a fine powder. keep aside.
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after resting bitter gourd in salt for 30 minutes, squeeze off the juice. this helps to reduce the bitterness.
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in a large kadai heat 3 tbsp oil and fry bitter gourd slices. keep aside.
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and 1 tsp mustard, 1 tsp urad dal, 1 tsp chana dal, ½ tsp cumin, pinch hing and 1 dried red chilli.
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splutter the tempering.
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now add ½ onion, 1 tsp ginger garlic paste and saute well.
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add in fried bitter gourd, ½ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp salt and saute well.
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now add in prepared masala powder and saute slightly.
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further add 1 cup tamarind extract, 1 tbsp jaggery and mix well adjusting consistency as required.
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cover and boil for 5 minutes or until oil separates.
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finally, add 2 tbsp coriander and enjoy kakarakaya pulusu or bitter gourd curry with hot steamed rice or chapati.
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Notes
- firstly, make sure to soak the bitter gourd in salt to reduce the bitterness.
- also, adjust the spice based on the heat you can handle.
- additionally, you can chop the bitter gourd to the size and shape of your choice.
- finally, kakarakaya pulusu recipe or bitter gourd curry tastes great when prepared with generous amount of oil.
Original recipe by Hebbar’s Kitchen: https://hebbarskitchen.com/kakarakaya-pulusu-recipe-bitter-gourd/