South Indian Bitter Gourd Roast

Name: South Indian Bitter Gourd Roast
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 17 min
Total time: 27 min
Ingredients: 2 bitter gourds, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch rings; 2 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 2 pinches asafoetida powder; 0.5 teaspoon gram flour (besan); 0.5 teaspoon ground red chile pepper; 0.25 teaspoon ground coriander; 0.5 teaspoon jaggery

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I'm always looking for innovative ways to serve bitter gourd. I was just experimenting with my Indian spices one day and made this yummy dish. It is a great side for a number of South Indian rice dishes like rasam or sambar rice.

Submitted by LucksMe

Published on February 19, 2020

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

17 mins

Total Time:

27 mins

Servings:

2

Yield:

2 servings

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2 bitter gourds, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch rings
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided
½ teaspoon salt
2 pinches asafoetida powder
½ teaspoon gram flour (besan)
½ teaspoon ground red chile pepper
¼ teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon jaggery

Directions

Place bitter gourd rings in a microwave-safe bowl. Toss with 1 teaspoon oil and salt to coat. Microwave, stirring halfway through, until tender, about 4 minutes.
Heat the remaining oil in a saucepan over low heat. Add the gourds and asafoetida powder. Cook and stir until slightly browned, about 10 minutes. Add besan, ground red chile, and coriander; cook and stir until flavors meld, about 3 minutes. Add jaggery; mix well.

Cook's Note:

You can use 1 cup of frozen bitter gourd pieces. Place the rings in a microwave-safe dish and defrost for a minute or 2 (depending on your microwave setting). Drain the water out from the dish completely.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

88	Calories
5g	Fat
10g	Carbs
3g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 88
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g	6%
Saturated Fat 1g	4%
Sodium 582mg	25%
Total Carbohydrate 10g	3%
Dietary Fiber 6g	20%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 3g	6%
Vitamin C 191mg	212%
Calcium 4mg	0%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 6mg	0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

South Indian Bitter Gourd Roast

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