Karlyachi Ambat Goad Bhaji Recipe - Maharashtrian Sweet & Sour Karela Sabzi
Kaarlyachi Aambat Goad Bhaaji is a Maharashtrian Bitter Gourd Sweet And Sour Curry that is extremely healthy and simple to make.
Ingredients
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500 grams Karela (Bitter Gourd/ Pavakkai)
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2 Onions
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chopped
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1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
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1 teaspoon Red Chilli powder
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1 teaspoon Kashmiri Red Chilli Powder
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3 teaspoons Jaggery
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1 teaspoon Tamarind Paste
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Salt
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to taste
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1 tablespoon Oil
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For the coconut paste
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1 Onion
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sliced
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1 cup Fresh coconut
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grated
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1 teaspoon Oil
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For the tempering
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2 teaspoon Oil
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1 teaspoon Mustard seeds (Rai/ Kadugu)
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1/4 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
Instructions
Step 1
To begin making the Kaarlyaachi Aambat Goad Bhaaji, first wash the bitter gourds, deseed the bitter gourds and cut into roundels
Step 2
Transfer to a mixing bowl
Step 3
Heat a kadai on medium heat,add the oil, once the oil is hot add the sliced onions and saute for a couple of minutes
Step 4
When the onions turn translucent add the freshly grated coconut and saute on low heat till it becomes light brown in colour
Step 5
Turn off the heat and set aside to cool
Step 6
Transfer the onions and coconut into a mixer-jar and grind this along with the tamarind, using sufficient water to get a smooth paste
Step 7
Heat a pan on medium heat, add oil to saute the bitter gourd roundels
Step 8
Saute on low-medium heat stirring constantly to prevent the roundels from burning
Step 9
When the bitter gourd roundels turn dark in colour and are nice and crispy, turn off the heat and set aside
Step 10
Now for the tempering, heat a saucepan with oil on medium heat,add mustard seeds, once they splutter, add the asafoetida and mix well
Step 11
Now add the chopped onions and saute till translucent, this will take about 2 minutes
Step 12
Once done add the turmeric and red chilli powders and stir well to combine
Step 13
Now add the crispy bitter gourd roundels, jaggery, the ground coconut paste and salt to taste
Step 14
Add some water as required to get a thick gravy
Step 15
Bring Kaarlyachi Aambat Goad Bhaaji to a rolling boil and then simmer on low heat for a couple of minutes and turn off the heat
Step 16
Transfer Kaarlyachi Aambat Goad Bhaaji to a serving bowl and serve
Step 17
Serve this Kaarlyachi Aambat Goad Bhaaji along with Rice Flour Bhakri Recipe and Maharashtrian Ambat Goda Dal Recipe and Steamed Rice for a simple maharashtrian meal for a weeknight dinner
Step 18
For an Indian Diabetic Meal, serve this Kaarlyachi Aambat Goad Bhaaji along with Bajri Ki Roti Recipe and Methi Moong Dal Palak Recipe for a completely healthy meal
Step 19