Bitter Gourd In Tamarind Sauce Recipe

Name: Bitter Gourd In Tamarind Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 400 g bitter melons; 2 tablespoons tamarind paste; 1 teaspoon black gram (de-skinned and split, aka urad daal); 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 4 pieces bird's eye chilies (cut into small pcs); 10 pieces curry leaves; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 teaspoons cooking oil

Servings: persons

400 g bitter melons
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
1 teaspoon black gram (de-skinned and split, aka urad daal)
1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
4 pieces bird's eye chilies (cut into small pcs)
10 pieces curry leaves
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons cooking oil

1
Dice the bitter melon into small 1cm cube pcs. and keep aside.
2
Add the cooking oil to the wok and also the black gram, fenugreek seeds and mustard seeds.
3
When the mustard seeds start to splutter, add the chilies and fry the chilies until they start browning.
4
Add the bitter melon and set the gas on medium fire.
5
Keep stirring so that the chilli induced oil spreads all over the bitter melon.
6
Add the turmeric, salt and the tamarind concentrate.
7
Add enough water to cover the ingredients and continue to cook on medium fire.
8
When the bitter melon starts to soften, add the brown sugar and the curry leaves.
9
Once the sauce has thickened, it is ready to be served.
10
This dish goes well with Indian Bread (Roti/Chapati) and also goes well with White Rice mixed with Yoghurt.
11
Enjoy this comfort food and Bless the Chef.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 400 g bitter melons, 2 tablespoons tamarind paste, 1 teaspoon black gram (de-skinned and split, aka urad daal), 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds, and more.

Yes, Bitter Gourd In Tamarind Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Bitter Gourd In Tamarind Sauce

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