Stuffed Karela Fry Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Stuffed karela fry is a delicious and nutritious dish made with bitter gourd stuffed with a flavorful filling of spices, onions, and peanuts. The bitter gourd is first slit and deseeded, then stuffed with the filling and shallow fried until crispy and golden brown. The spices and peanuts add a crunchy texture and balance out the bitterness of the karela. It can be enjoyed as a side dish with rice or roti.

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Ingredients for Stuffed Karela Fry Recipe

  • 2 Bitter Gourds
  • 1/2 Onion, Finely Chopped
  • 0.13 cup Peanuts, Roasted And Crushed
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
  • 1/2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • As required Salt To Taste
  • 1 tablespoon Oil

Directions: Stuffed Karela Fry Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Slit the bitter gourd lengthwise and remove the seeds. Sprinkle salt and let it sit for 15 minutes.
  • STEP 2.In a pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds, onions, and peanuts. Saute until onions turn golden brown.
  • STEP 3.Add spices, salt, and lemon juice. Mix well and cook for a few minutes.
  • STEP 4.Stuff the filling into the bitter gourd and secure with toothpicks.
  • STEP 5.Heat oil in a pan and shallow fry the stuffed bitter gourd until crispy and golden brown.
  • STEP 6.Serve hot as a side dish with rice or roti.

Cooking Tips

  • Choose small and tender bitter gourds for better taste.
  • You can parboil the bitter gourd before stuffing to reduce bitterness.
  • Garnish with fresh coriander leaves for added freshness.

Storage and Serving

  • Stuffed karela fry is best enjoyed immediately.
  • Serve it as a side dish with rice or roti.
  • Garnish with lemon wedges for a tangy twist.
Nutrition
value
231
calories per serving
24 g Fat1 g Protein2 g Carbs4 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    24g
  • Protein
    1g
  • Carbs
    2g
  • Fiber
    4g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    2g
  • Protein
    1g
  • Fiber
    4g

Fats

  • Fat
    24g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    71mg
  • Iron
    2mg
  • Vitamin A
    267mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    8mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    2mg
  • Vitamin E
    4mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    42mg
  • Manganese
    6mg
  • Phosphorus
    21mg
  • Selenium
    < 1mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
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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Recipe By Slurrp