🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Washim Karela Handi

Name: Washim Karela Handi
Prep time: 13 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 38 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1, finely chopped Onion; 2, chopped Tomato; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder; 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 250 g, chopped Bitter Gourd

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Washim cooking — Washim Karela Handi brings a jaggery-mill touch with a classic handi finish. About 38 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 13 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Hard

Ingredients

Onion1, finely chopped
Tomato2, chopped
Cumin Seeds1 tsp
Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
Bitter Gourd250 g, chopped

Optional extras

Ghee1 tbsp
Lemon1/2

Instructions

1
Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.
2
Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.
3
In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.
4
Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.
5
Simmer covered until tender.
6
Reduce to coat; finish with herbs or cream if using.

Chef's tip

Serve hot with roti, rice, or soft paratha.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Stuffed Karela Recipe First Time on YouTube | Stuffed Bitter Gourd Recipe | Village Handi Roti · on YouTube