Sugar-Free Spicy Stir-Fried Bitter Gourd
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this Sugar-Free Spicy Stir-Fried Bitter Gourd recipe, a delightful blend of bold flavors and healthy ingredients. Perfect for those seeking a sugar-free alternative without compromising on taste, this vibrant dish features tender bitter gourd slices infused with earthy spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander, balanced with the zing of fresh lemon juice and the heat of green chili. Cooked in aromatic coconut oil with sizzling mustard seeds and fragrant curry leaves, the ingredients beautifully transform into a mouthwatering stir-fry that’s both nourishing and satisfying. Ideal as a wholesome side for steamed rice or flatbreads, this quick 30-minute recipe is a must-try for adventurous foodies looking to explore unique flavors in their culinary repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized Bitter gourd
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 8 leaves Curry leaves
- 2 small, finely chopped Green chili
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh cilantro
Instructions
Wash the bitter gourds thoroughly. Slice them in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Thinly slice the bitter gourd into half-moons.
Sprinkle the bitter gourd slices with 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix well and let sit for 10 minutes. This will reduce their bitterness.
Rinse the bitter gourd slices under running water to remove excess salt, then pat them dry using a clean kitchen towel.
Heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
Add the mustard seeds and cumin seeds to the hot oil. Let them sizzle and pop for about 30 seconds.
Stir in the curry leaves and finely chopped green chili. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the bitter gourd slices to the skillet. Stir well to coat them evenly with the spices.
Sprinkle the turmeric powder, red chili powder, and ground coriander over the bitter gourd. Mix thoroughly.
Pour in 1/4 cup of water, cover the skillet with a lid, and let the bitter gourd cook for about 7-8 minutes on low-medium heat, stirring occasionally until tender.
Remove the lid and stir-fry the bitter gourd on high heat for an additional 2-3 minutes to evaporate any remaining moisture and slightly caramelize the edges.
Turn off the heat, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
Serve hot as a side dish with steamed rice or flatbreads.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
342 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.8 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.4 g | 117% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2386 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.8 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 798 mg | 17% | |
*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.
