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Dharwad Home-Style Karela Kootu
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Dharwad Home-Style Karela Kootu

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Dharwad cooking — Dharwad Home-Style Karela Kootu brings a pickle touch with a classic kootu finish. About 47 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 22 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Hard

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Bitter Gourd250 g, chopped

Optional extras

  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

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

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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