Kakarakaya Fry

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Ingredients

2 medium	bitter gourds (kakarakaya)
2 tablespoons	oil
1 teaspoon	mustard seeds
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 pinch	asafoetida (hing)
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 tablespoon	red chili powder
1 tablespoon	coriander powder
1 teaspoon	garam masala
1	salt to taste
1 tablespoon	lemon juice
1 tablespoon	chopped fresh coriander leaves

Instructions

1. 1 Wash the bitter gourds thoroughly and slice them into thin rounds.
2. 2 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
3. 3 Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds to the hot oil and let them splutter.
4. 4 Add a pinch of asafoetida and the sliced bitter gourds to the pan.
5. 5 Stir well and add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt.
6. 6 Mix everything well and cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the bitter gourds become crispy and golden brown.
7. 7 Add garam masala and lemon juice, and mix well.
8. 8 Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.