No Fry Karela Crispies Bitter Melon
Enjoy a guilt-free crunch with this No Fry Karela Crispies Bitter Melon recipe, a healthier twist on a traditional favorite! Thinly sliced bitter melon is marinated in a flavorful blend of turmeric, red chili, coriander, and cumin before being coated in a light gram and rice flour batter. Instead of deep frying, these crispies are baked to golden perfection, offering a crispy texture without the added oil. Perfect as a nutritious snack or a unique side dish, this recipe minimizes bitterness with a simple salting technique and lemon juice for a tangy kick. Quick to prepare and easy to make, these oven-baked karela chips are a low-calorie alternative packed with bold flavors.
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Ingredients
- 3 medium-sized Bitter melon (karela)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 2 tablespoons Gram flour (besan)
- 1 tablespoon Rice flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 tablespoon Oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 cup Water
- 0 as needed Non-stick cooking spray
Directions
Step 1
Wash the bitter melons thoroughly under running water.
Step 2
Slice the bitter melons thinly into rings (approximately 2-3 mm thick). Discard the seeds if they are too hard, but tender seeds can be left intact.
Step 3
Place the bitter melon slices in a large bowl and sprinkle them with 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix well and let the slices rest for 10 minutes. This helps reduce the bitterness.
Step 4
After 10 minutes, rinse the bitter melon slices under water to remove excess salt and bitter juices, then pat them dry using a kitchen towel or paper towels.
Step 5
In a mixing bowl, combine turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, gram flour, rice flour, cumin seeds, oil, and lemon juice. Gradually add water (a few tablespoons at a time) to create a thick batter. The batter should coat the bitter melon slices but should not be runny.
Step 6
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly grease the parchment paper with non-stick cooking spray.
Step 7
Add the bitter melon slices to the batter and mix until all slices are evenly coated.
Step 8
Arrange the coated slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure the slices do not overlap to ensure even baking.
Step 9
Bake the bitter melon slices in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through. Keep an eye on the slices to prevent burning.
Step 10
Once the slices are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
Step 11
Serve the No Fry Karela Crispies as a healthy snack or side dish. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (909.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 355.3 |
| Total Fat 17.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 1.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2463.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 44.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.7g | |
| Protein 11.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 170.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2192.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories