Vegan Bitter Gourd Fry

Transform your meals with the irresistible flavors of Vegan Bitter Gourd Fry, a savory plant-based dish that brings a perfect balance of bold spices and crisp textures to your table. This recipe transforms the often-misunderstood bitter gourd into a delicious side dish by thinly slicing and stir-frying it with aromatic cumin seeds, earthy turmeric, fiery red chili powder, and fragrant curry leaves. Prepared in just 35 minutes, it's finished with a zesty drizzle of lemon juice that cuts through the natural bitterness, creating a delightful harmony of flavors. Cooked in nutrient-rich coconut oil, this dish is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and pairs beautifully with steamed rice or warm flatbreads. Whether you're exploring flavorful Indian-inspired cooking or seeking new ways to elevate vegetables, this Vegan Bitter Gourd Fry is sure to impress your taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium-sized bitter gourds
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 10 leaves curry leaves
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Wash the bitter gourds thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. Slice them lengthwise and remove the seeds using a spoon.

Step 2

Cut the bitter gourds into thin round slices. This helps ensure even cooking and reduces the bitter taste.

Step 3

Heat coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 4

Once the oil is hot, add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for about 30 seconds.

Step 5

Add the sliced bitter gourds to the pan and stir-fry for 5 minutes, allowing them to soften slightly.

Step 6

Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt to the pan, and mix well to ensure the spices coat the bitter gourd slices evenly.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the bitter gourd slices become crispy and golden brown.

Step 8

Add curry leaves to the pan and fry for an additional 2 minutes, ensuring they release their flavor.

Step 9

Turn off the heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the fried bitter gourd. Toss gently to combine.

Step 10

Transfer the Vegan Bitter Gourd Fry to a serving dish and serve hot as a side dish with rice or flatbreads.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(659.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	388.7

Total Fat 30.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1268.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 12.4g
Protein 7.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 185.7mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 2128.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.3%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 27.6%