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Karela White Gravy Moilee
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Karela White Gravy Moilee

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Palakkad cooking — Karela White Gravy Moilee brings a white gravy touch with a classic moilee finish. About 40 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 25 min Serves 3 Hard

Ingredients

  • Yogurt1/2 cup
  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Cashews15, soaked
  • Bitter Gourd250 g, chopped
  • Poppy Seeds1 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.

  2. 2

    Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.

  3. 3

    Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.

  4. 4

    Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.

  5. 5

    Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.

  6. 6

    Taste; balance heat, salt, and tang.

  7. 7

    Garnish and serve.

Chef's tip

Serve hot with roti, rice, or soft paratha.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Paneer moilee recipe | Paneer stew country style | Kerala style Paneer stew · on YouTube