Stuffed Karele!
"Stuffed Karele, also known as Bharwa Karela, is a popular Indian dish made with bitter melon stuffed with a flavorful mixture of spices, herbs, and gram flour. The bitter melon is carefully scooped out and filled with a savory filling, then tied with thread and cooked in oil until tender and golden brown. The result is a deliciously balanced flavor of bitter, sweet, and spicy, with a satisfying crunch from the gram flour. This dish is a staple in many Indian households and is often served with rice, roti, or paratha. It's a must-try for anyone looking to experience the unique flavors of Indian cuisine!"
This description highlights the key ingredients, flavors, and textures of the dish, as well as its cultural significance and popularity in Indian cuisine. It also emphasizes the balanced flavor and satisfying crunch of the dish, making it appealing to those who are interested in trying new and exciting foods.
Here's a recipe for stuffed karela
Ingredients:
For marinating:
- 4 karela bitter melon
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For filling:
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds jeera
- 1/8 teaspoon asafetida hing
- 2 tablespoons besan gram flour
- 1 tablespoon coriander powder dhania
- 1 tablespoon fennel seed powder saunf
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric haldi
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 1/2 tablespoons mango powder amchoor
For cooking:
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Thread for wrapping
Instructions:
Preparing Kerala:
1. Wash karelas thoroughly and scrape the skin. Set the scrapes aside.
2. Make a slit in the karelas lengthwise and remove the seeds. Add karelas and the skin scrapes to a bowl. Mix and sprinkle with salt and lemon juice. Let it marinate for at least an hour.
3. Squeeze the karelas to remove all the marinade. Wash karelas twice with hot water and then squeeze out all the water. Separate the scrapings from the whole karelas.
Preparing the Filling:
1. Heat the oil in a saucepan. Test the heat by adding one cumin seed to the oil; if the seed cracks right away, the oil is ready. Add the cumin seeds and asafetida to the oil. After the cumin seeds crack, add the karela scrapings and stir fry for about 2 minutes.
2. Add gram flour (besan) and stir-fry for another minute.
3. Add all the remaining dry spices: coriander powder, fennel powder, turmeric, chili powder, and mango powder. Sauté for a minute and then turn off the heat.
4. Stuff the split karelas with this spice mixture (there should be some spice mix remaining, which will be used later). Tie the karelas with a thread so that the stuffing does not come out while cooking.
Cooking the Stuffed Karelas:
1. Add 2 tablespoons of oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Spread the stuffed karelas in the pan and sprinkle with salt. Cover the pan and let it cook for about 2 minutes.
2. Turn the karelas over to the uncooked side and cook for about 1 minute. Repeat until all four sides of the karelas are cooked.
3. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of water and the remaining spice mixture over the karelas. Cover the pan and let it cook for 2 more minutes.
4. Remove the lid to see if the karelas are tender. Gently turn them over a few more times, making sure they are covered with the spice mixture.
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