🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Ludhiana Mustard Karela Kheer

Name: Ludhiana Mustard Karela Kheer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1/2 tsp Garam Masala; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 1 tbsp Mustard Seeds; 1 tsp Red Chili Powder; 2 tbsp Mustard Oil; 250 g, chopped Bitter Gourd

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Ludhiana cooking — Ludhiana Mustard Karela Kheer brings a mustard touch with a classic kheer finish. About 40 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

Garam Masala1/2 tsp
Cumin Seeds1 tsp
Mustard Seeds1 tbsp
Red Chili Powder1 tsp
Mustard Oil2 tbsp
Bitter Gourd250 g, chopped

Optional extras

Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
Lemon1/2

Instructions

1
Soak or rinse dals/grains if the dish uses them.
2
Pressure-cook or simmer the base until soft.
3
Prepare a tempering of ghee, cumin, garlic, and chili.
4
Pour tempering over the cooked base.
5
Simmer briefly to marry flavours.
6
Mash lightly if desired; garnish with cilantro.

Chef's tip

Rest 5 minutes off heat so the spices settle.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Kaju Karela Recipe | How to Make Delicious Kaju Karela (Bitter gourd) Recipe at Home | Chef Ruchi · on YouTube