Ingredients for - South Indian Bitter Gourd Roast

1. Bitter gourds, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch rings 2
2. Vegetable oil, divided 2 teaspoons
3. Salt ½ teaspoon
4. Asafoetida powder 2 pinches
5. Gram flour (besan) ½ teaspoon
6. Ground red chile pepper ½ teaspoon
7. Ground coriander ¼ teaspoon
8. Jaggery ½ teaspoon

How to cook deliciously - South Indian Bitter Gourd Roast

1 . Stage

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.

2 . Stage

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.