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Kanchipuram Home-Style Karela Jalfrezi
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Kanchipuram Home-Style Karela Jalfrezi

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Kanchipuram cooking — Kanchipuram Home-Style Karela Jalfrezi brings a kewra touch with a classic jalfrezi finish. About 37 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 12 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

  • Saltto taste
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Bitter Gourd250 g, chopped

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig
  • Lemon1/2

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

Taste and adjust salt just before serving.

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