How to remove bitterness from karela:

firstly, slit the karela and remove the seeds. removing the seeds will create room for stuffing and also reduce bitterness.

sprinkle 1 tsp salt and ½ tsp turmeric.

soak in water for 20 minutes. this helps to reduce bitterness.

How to prepare masala for stuffing:

firstly, in a pan heat 2 tsp oil.

add 2 tsp coriander seeds, 1 tsp cumin seeds, 2 tbsp sesame and 1 tsp poppy seeds.

Roast on low flame until the spices turn aromatic.

now add ¼ cup peanut, 3 tbsp Gram Flour and roast until it turns crunchy.

cool completely and transfer to mixi.

add ½ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp chilli powder, small ball sized tamarind and ½ tsp salt.

blend to a coarse paste without adding any water.

Transfer the masala powder to the pan, add ½ onion and 2 tbsp coriander.

mix well making sure everything is well combined.

now take the karela and stuff the masala into it. keep aside.

How to prepare stuffed bitter gourd :

firstly, in a large kadai heat 3 tbsp oil. splutter 1 tsp mustard, 1 tsp cumin, pinch hing and few curry leaves.

add 1 onion, 1 tsp ginger garlic paste and saute well.

keeping the flame on low add ½ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp chilli powder, ½ tsp coriander powder and 1 tsp garam masala.

saute until the spices turn aromatic.

Add in stuffed karela and cook for a minute.

also add ½ tsp salt

stir well adjusting consistency as required.

cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until karela gets cooked well.

finally, add 2 tbsp coriander and enjoy bharwa karela with roti or phulka.