microwave kakarakaya fry

Bitter gourd haters...this recipe will entirely change your mind . Its favourite dish of Adi . This can be made on stove too...But cooking in microwave reduces oil usage and renders as much crispiness as on stove top.

INGREDIENTS :-

Kakarkaya/bitter gourd/Karela :- 4-5 ( chopped into medium sized pieces

Garlic pods crushed /Garlic powder :- 4-5 (in acse of garlic powder..just sprinkle it)

Amchur :- ½  teaspoon

Garam Masala :- 1 teaspoon

Karam/Red chilly powder :- 1 teaspoon

Salt :- As per required

Oil :- ½ tablespoon

Sugar (optional) :- ½ teaspoon

METHOD :-

1. Add salt to bitter gourd pieces and allow them t stand for 30 minutes
2. After 30 minutes squeeze out bitter gourd pieces, wash them in water once and squeeze to remove any extra water
3. In a microwave safe container take bitter gourd pieces add ½ tablespoon oil, mix well and microwave on HIGH for 10 minutes stirring in the middle.
4. Now add amchur powder, red chilly powder, garlic pods/garlic powder, sugar and mix them well.
5. Microwave this on HIGH for 8 more minutes/ or with 80% power for 10 minutes.
6. Have it with rice or roti.