Keto Bitter Gourd Fry
Elevate your keto meal plan with this Keto Bitter Gourd Fry, a flavorful low-carb dish that's crispy, golden, and packed with nutrients. This recipe transforms the naturally bitter vegetable into a crunchy delight by pairing it with aromatic spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander, and frying it to perfection in coconut oil. A quick soak in lemon juice and salt helps balance its bitterness, ensuring a tangy and satisfying snack or side dish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this guilt-free treat is garnished with fresh coriander for a pop of color and freshness. Perfect for those following ketogenic diets, this easy-to-make recipe is your go-to for wholesome, savory indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Bitter gourd
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves
Instructions
Wash the bitter gourds thoroughly and pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
Slice the bitter gourds thinly into round pieces, approximately 1/8 inch thick. Remove seeds if too large.
Mix the sliced bitter gourd with salt and lemon juice, and set aside for 10 minutes. This helps reduce the bitterness.
After 10 minutes, rinse the slices under cold water and pat them dry completely using a kitchen towel.
In a mixing bowl, combine the bitter gourd slices with turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, and coriander powder. Toss well to coat the slices evenly with the spices.
Heat coconut oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the spiced bitter gourd slices to the pan in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding. You may need to fry them in batches.
Fry the bitter gourd slices for about 8-10 minutes on each side, or until they become crispy and golden brown. Stir occasionally for even cooking.
Remove the crispy fried slices onto a plate lined with a paper towel to absorb any excess oil.
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish or as a crispy snack for a delightful keto-friendly treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
72 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.1 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 489 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.9 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 178 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
