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Trivandrum Karela Gassi
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Trivandrum Karela Gassi

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Trivandrum cooking — Trivandrum Karela Gassi brings a honey touch with a classic gassi finish. About 39 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 14 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Jaggery1 tbsp
  • Bitter Gourd250 g, chopped

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Ghee1 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak or rinse dals/grains if the dish uses them.

  2. 2

    Pressure-cook or simmer the base until soft.

  3. 3

    Prepare a tempering of ghee, cumin, garlic, and chili.

  4. 4

    Pour tempering over the cooked base.

  5. 5

    Simmer briefly to marry flavours.

  6. 6

    Mash lightly if desired; garnish with cilantro.

  7. 7

    Serve with rice or roti.

Chef's tip

Keep the flame medium — rushing browns the base too fast.

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