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Nashik Methi Karela Chutney
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Nashik Methi Karela Chutney

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Nashik cooking — Nashik Methi Karela Chutney brings a methi touch with a classic chutney finish. About 40 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 25 min Serves 3 Medium

Ingredients

  • Kasuri Methi2 tsp
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Bitter Gourd250 g, chopped

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.

  4. 4

    Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.

  5. 5

    Simmer covered until tender.

Chef's tip

Toast whole spices until fragrant before grinding.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Karela Chutney - Spicy shredded bitter melon gourd Video Recipe by Bhavna · on YouTube