Sugar-Free Bitter Gourd Fry
Discover the irresistible flavors of this **Sugar-Free Bitter Gourd Fry**, a healthy twist on a traditional side dish that skips the sugar while packing a flavorful punch. Perfect for those seeking nutritious, diabetic-friendly recipes, this dish transforms the naturally bitter karela into a crispy, golden delight by pan-frying it with aromatic spices like turmeric, red chili powder, and coriander. Enhanced by the earthy crunch of mustard and cumin seeds and the vibrant zest of curry leaves, every bite bursts with a tantalizing mix of spice and tanginess, beautifully finished with a drizzle of fresh lemon juice. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this guilt-free bitter gourd recipe makes an excellent side for rice, chapati, or any main course. Ideal for low-carb and sugar-free diets, this vegan and gluten-free dish proves that healthy eating can be absolutely delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized Bitter gourd (karela)
- 2 tablespoons Oil (preferably olive or coconut)
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 10 leaves Curry leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Wash the bitter gourds thoroughly under running water. Slice them thinly into round pieces. If you prefer less bitterness, remove the seeds before slicing.
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a frying pan or skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds and 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds. Let them splutter for about 30 seconds.
Add 10 curry leaves to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced bitter gourd to the pan and stir well to coat them with the tempered oil.
Sprinkle 0.5 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 0.5 teaspoon of red chili powder, 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt over the bitter gourd slices. Mix well to combine all spices evenly.
Continue to cook over medium heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Fry the bitter gourds until they are cooked through and browned to your liking. They should be crisp and lightly charred.
Once the bitter gourd is crispy and cooked, turn off the heat.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of lemon juice over the fried bitter gourd and mix well.
Serve hot as a side dish with your main meal. Enjoy your sugar-free bitter gourd fry!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
320 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.8 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1202 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 852 mg | 18% | |
*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.
