Karathe Kismuri

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Ingredients

1 large	bitter gourd (karathe)
1 medium	onion
1 cup	fresh grated coconut
2 tablespoons	coconut oil
1 teaspoon	mustard seeds
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	tamarind paste
1 tablespoon	jaggery
—	salt to taste

Instructions

1. 1 Wash the bitter gourd thoroughly and chop it into small pieces.
2. 2 Sprinkle some salt over the chopped bitter gourd and let it sit for 10 minutes to reduce bitterness.
3. 3 Rinse the salted bitter gourd pieces and squeeze out excess water.
4. 4 Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.
5. 5 Add mustard seeds and allow them to splutter.
6. 6 Add chopped onion and sauté until they turn translucent.
7. 7 Add the bitter gourd pieces and sauté for about 5 minutes.
8. 8 Stir in turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
9. 9 Add tamarind paste and jaggery, mix well.
10. 10 Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the bitter gourd is tender.
11. 11 Add fresh grated coconut and mix thoroughly.
12. 12 Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.