Step 1

Wash and slice bitter gourd thinly. You can also discard seeds if you prefer.

Step 2

Heat oil in a pan. Saute cumin until they crackle and add hing.

Step 3

Add chopped onions and curry leaves. Saute until they turn pink.

Step 4

Add bitter gourd slices and sprinkle salt. Saute for 2 to 3 mins.

Step 5

Cover and cook on a low heat until half cooked.

Step 6

Add fennel powder, coriander powder, red chili powder. Mix every thing well.

Step 7

Cover and cook again on a very low heat until soft cooked. If the curry looks very dry sprinkle very little water. Check for spice and salt, if needed add more.

Step 8

Add coriander leaves and stir.

Step 9

Squeeze in the lemon juice and mix well.

Step 10

Transfer karela sabzi to a serving bowl.

Step 11

Serve bitter gourd curry with rice or roti.