Crispy Karela

Karela or bitter gourd as the name suggest is bitter in taste and not so popular dish because of the taste but is rich in antioxidants and vitamins low in calories and rich in fiber. Karela juice is good for diabetic patients and it reduces sugar level in blood but it is always advisable to consult a doctor before having the juice. #spicetadka, #nasant360
Crispy Karela
Serves : 2 Preparation Time : 15 minutes Cooking Time : 20 minutes
Ingredients :
2 long karela or bitter gourd 1 cup of grated coconut 2 onions thinly sliced ¼ tsp of turmeric powder 1 tsp of red chilli powder	½ tsp of fennel seeds powder 1 tsp of dry mango powder 1 tsp of sugar (optional) Salt to taste Oil for frying
Method :
Wash the karela and pat it dry and then cut it finely and add 1 tsp of salt and mix it well and let it rest for 1 one hour. Drain the water from the karela and squeeze the extra water completely and keep it aside. Heat one iron pan on high heat, add oil and stir fry the karela, lower the heat and cover the pan with lid and stir it occasionally until crisp and then remove it on a plate. In the same pan add the sliced onion on a medium heat fry the onion till crisp add the turmeric powder, red chilli powder, fennel seed powder, dry mango powder, salt and mix well. Add the fried karela mix well and then add the grated coconut and sugar (optional) stir it for 2 mins and take it off the heat Crispy Karela is ready to eat.