Indian Cooking with Kevin’s Mom

Karela Curry

Bitter melon is one of my favourites. But you need to prepare it properly. Kevin’s mom when she found out I love bitter melon invited me home and made this for me… THANK YOU!

Preparing Bitter Melon (Karela)

  • Cut in half and remove white inner
  • Slice in half moons place in water and squeeze slices and strain
  • Place in water with salt and pressure cook for 4 whistles
  • Strain and save the water to drink later this is good if you have diabetes* side note from mom 🙂

Making the Curry Base

  • Add oil and mustard seed until seeds pop
  • Add in onions, curry leaves, turmeric, ginger garlic paste, coriander, chilli powder and cinnamon
  • Lastly add tomato, tamarind water and small/medium size of jaggery.
  • Bring to a boil.

Once curry sauce is ready add karela, mix and serve with coconut rice.