Skip to content
Back to your kitchen
Ajmer Home-Style Karela Vepudu
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Ajmer Home-Style Karela Vepudu

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Ajmer cooking — Ajmer Home-Style Karela Vepudu brings a roasted touch with a classic vepudu finish. About 42 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 17 min Cook 25 min Serves 3 Medium

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Ghee3 tbsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Dried Red Chilies4
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Bitter Gourd250 g, chopped

Optional extras

  • 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.

  6. 6

    Reduce to coat; finish with herbs or cream if using.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately.

Chef's tip

Taste and adjust salt just before serving.

Cook it with your pantry → Share this page: /dish/34274