STEP 1.-1)in a pressure cooker add 2 karelas cut deseeded and sliced, 1 tsp salt, 2 tbsp water and pressure cook for 2 whistles.
STEP 2.-2)release the pressure immediately by holding the cooker under running water to retain the green colour of the karela.
STEP 3.-3)preheat a pan and add 2 tbsp mustard oil, 1 tsp cumin seeds, 4 cloves chopped garlic, 2 onions thinly sliced. Saute on medium heat for 2 minutes till the onions soften.
STEP 4.-4)add 3 potatoes peeled and cut into thick slices and salt to taste. Cover the pan and steam cook till potatoes are ¾ cooked. Stir intermittently.
STEP 5.-5)next, add the cooked karela, ½ tsp turmeric (haldi) powder, ½ tsp garam masala powder, 1 tsp red chilli powder, 1 tsp coriander powder salt to taste, 1 tsp amchur (dried mango) powder. Stir well to coat the vegetables with the masala.
STEP 6.-6)saute for 5 minutes so that flavours combine well. Drizzle 1 tsp mustard oil over the cooking veg for added flavour. Stir fry for another 3 to 4 minutes on low heat. Add 1 tsp jaggery (optional). Check for salt and seasoning and adjust accordingly.
STEP 7.-7)serve hot with dal and steamed rice.
Nutrition value
516
calories per serving
4 g Fat15 g Protein102 g Carbs20 g FiberOther
Current Totals
4 g Fat
15 g Protein
102 g Carbs
20 g Fiber
MacroNutrients
Carbs
102 g
Protein
15 g
Fiber
20 g
Fats
Fat
4 g
Vitamins & Minerals
Calcium
277 mg
Iron
8 mg
Vitamin A
1074 mcg
Vitamin B1
1 mg
Vitamin B2
0 mg
Vitamin B3
7 mg
Vitamin B6
1 mg
Vitamin B9
195 mcg
Vitamin B12
0 mcg
Vitamin C
170 mg
Vitamin E
1 mg
Copper
1 mcg
Magnesium
243 mg
Manganese
9 mg
Phosphorus
359 mg
Selenium
9 mcg
Zinc
3 mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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