Kaipakka Kondattom (Bittergourd Fry)
A traditional Indian-Kerala dish where bitter gourd is prepared by boiling, sun-drying, and frying to create a crispy side dish perfect for summer.
Ingredients
- 5 units Bitter gourd (Also known as karela)
- 2 teaspoons Turmeric
- 3 teaspoons Salt
- 2 cups Water
- 2 cups Coconut oil (For frying)
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A traditional Indian Malabar side dish featuring bitter gourd cooked in coconut oil with spices, resulting in a dry, flavorful preparation.
Instructions
- 1Clean the bitter gourd thoroughly with water and slice it into round pieces.
- 2In a pot, bring water to a simmer and add salt and turmeric. Add the sliced bitter gourd and cook for 5 minutes.
- 3Drain the water and spread the bitter gourd slices on a broad plate. Place them under the sun to dry continuously for more than a week until they become crispy and hard.
- 4Once the bitter gourd is crispy and hard, fry it in coconut oil until golden brown. Serve as a side dish with curds and rice.
