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Tuesday 19 March 2013

Crispy Crunchy Bittergourd

Bitter gourd is not well received by my hubbykins unless it is dried and fried. This one was well-received though:)

Crispy Crunchy Bitter gourd

You need:

  • 4-5 medium sized bitter gourd, cleaned and diced finely
  • 4 tbsp of toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup of honey or crushed jaggery
  • 1-2 small chili peppers/cayenne pepper, diced or dry red chili flakes (optional for an extra kick)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 large onion, finely diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil


The Make:

Serves 4 adults | Cooking Time: 20 minutes| Preparation Time: 5-10 minutes

1. Heat the oil in a skillet and add the onion. Saute till translucent for about 2 minutes on medium heat.

Stir fry the bitter gourd and condiments 

2. Add the bitter gourd and stir fry for about 5 minutes.

Closeup of the bittergourd with other ingredients
3. Next add the sesame seeds, smoked paprika, chili peppers and salt. Cover and cook about 5 minutes.

Working the bittergourd and condiments
4. Lastly add the honey or jaggery and saute well. Cover and cook for another 5 minutes.



5. Uncover and allow to drain off any residual water content.
6. Serve your Crispy, Crunchy Bittergourd with spiced fried or plain rice.

Crispy Crunchy Bittergourd, served with Rice


2 comments:

  1. Awesilicious Ggina. We will try it if AGM can get Mrs.A on board.
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    1. Thank you Varma. Do try and snap a picture for my Readers' Creations new page!

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