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Lemon Karela Bhaji
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Lemon Karela Bhaji

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Patiala cooking — Lemon Karela Bhaji brings a lemon touch with a classic bhaji finish. About 48 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 23 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Lemon1
  • Bitter Gourd250 g, chopped
  • Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)1/2 tsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Assemble spices and chop vegetables before lighting the stove.

  2. 2

    Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies in oil.

  3. 3

    Add onion and green chili; saute until soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in the main ingredient and powdered spices.

  5. 5

    Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until done.

Chef's tip

Chop everything mise-en-place; the cook goes quickly once oil is hot.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Lemon 🍋 peel with karela bhaji || karela bhaji recipe. · on YouTube