Showing posts with label Veg. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Veg. Show all posts

Wednesday, July 25, 2007

My Kitchen : VEG KARELA (3rd Serv)

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Dear Friends....

Serving SWEET (???) KARELA for all of you!!!

Diabetic people must test it (before cooking - they should test only Karela Juice or medium cooked Karela veg without MASALA)!!!...n... for others...it is to be proved a strength!!!

Things required: (for 2-3 persons)

  1. Karela 1/2 Kg
  2. 1/2 tsp + 1/2 tsp Salt
  3. Large Onion - 1
  4. Medium Tomato - 1
  5. Oil - 2 tbsp
  6. Cummin Seeds - 1 tsp
  7. Coriander Powder - 1 tsp
How to do it? (Preparation):

First wash the Karela, cut it into round shapes and soak them with 1/2 tbsp salt. Rinse off the well and drain it. Do small cuts of onion. Wash and make small pieces of tomato (if using).

Method:

Heat the oil. Bring down the heat, put cummin seeds, as they (cummin seeds) reach to golden & fragrant add the onion. Move it very slightly over high heat till the onion is reach to golden colour.

Get down the heat, add Karela and move slightly to mix. Sprinkle a little amount of spice powder and mix it well. If you are using tomato, add it or if not 1/2 cup of water, move slightly again, cover and cook it till the Karela is crispy. Check for salt and add it if needed.

Top 3 Questions and Answer on "Veg Karela"

1. Question: What are the health benefits of consuming veg karela (bitter gourd)?
Answer: Veg karela is rich in vitamins and minerals, known for its potential to help regulate blood sugar levels, improve digestion, and boost immunity.

2. Question: How can I reduce the bitterness of veg karela when cooking it?
Answer: To reduce the bitterness of veg karela, you can soak it in salted water for a while before cooking, or try stuffing and shallow-frying it with spices to balance the flavor.

3. Question: What are some popular dishes made with veg karela?
Answer: Some popular dishes made with veg karela include Karela Sabzi (bitter gourd curry), Stuffed Karela, and Karela Chips, each offering a unique taste and preparation method.

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