Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20–25 min
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients:

• 3–4 karelas (thin sliced, seeds removed)
  
  

• 1 onion (sliced)
  
  

• 1 tomato (chopped)
  
  

• 1 tsp haldi
  
  

• 1 tsp red chilli powder
  
  

• 1 tsp dhaniya powder
  
  

• ½ tsp jeera
  
  

• 1 tbsp oil
  
  

• Salt to taste
  
  

Instructions:

1. Heat oil → add jeera → let it splutter.
   
   

2. Add onions and cook until golden.
   
   

3. Add karela slices and sauté for 5 minutes.
   
   

4. Add haldi, chilli, dhaniya, salt; mix well.
   
   

5. Add tomatoes → cover → cook 10–12 minutes until soft.
   
   

6. Cook uncovered for 3–4 more minutes to crisp slightly.
   
   

Serve with: Roti or dal-chawal.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 12–15 min
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients:

• 2 karelas, sliced
  
  

• 1 small bell pepper, sliced
  
  

• ½ small onion, chopped
  
  

• 1 tsp olive oil
  
  

• ½ tsp garlic powder
  
  

• ½ tsp paprika or mild chilli
  
  

• ½ tsp chaat masala
  
  

• Salt & pepper
  
  

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a pan.
   
   

2. Add onions + bell peppers and sauté lightly.
   
   

3. Add karela slices and cook for 8–10 minutes.
   
   

4. Add garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
   
   

5. Finish with chaat masala for a tangy Indian twist.
   
   

Use it for:
✔ Tacos
✔ Wraps
✔ Grain bowls
✔ On top of toast