Karathe Kismur
Veg
Vegan
A delicious salad-like dish made with bitter gourd, coconut, and spices, often served as a side with rice. It's noted for its unique combination of bitterness and sweetness.
Cuisines
Saraswat
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 35 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 1 large | bitter gourd (karathe) |
| 1 cup | freshly grated coconut |
| 1 medium | onion |
| 2 tablespoons | coconut oil |
| 1 teaspoon | mustard seeds |
| 1 teaspoon | turmeric powder |
| 1 teaspoon | red chili powder |
| 1 teaspoon | tamarind paste |
| 1 teaspoon | jaggery |
| — | salt to taste |
Instructions
- 1 Wash the bitter gourd thoroughly and cut it into thin slices.
- 2 Heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 3 Add the sliced bitter gourd and sauté until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- 4 In the same pan, add another tablespoon of coconut oil.
- 5 Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- 6 Add finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- 7 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and sauté for a minute.
- 8 Add the grated coconut and mix well.
- 9 Add tamarind paste, jaggery, and salt. Stir until the jaggery dissolves.
- 10 Finally, add the fried bitter gourd slices and mix everything well.
- 11 Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve warm.
Tips
For a less bitter taste, soak the sliced bitter gourd in salted water for 15 minutes before cooking.