Jaggery Bitter Gourd

Scrape the rough skin of the bitter gourd and remove the seeds.

Cut them into rings.

Mix 1 tsp salt to the bitter gourd pieces and set aside for at least 15 minutes.

After 15 minutes, squeeze out the excess liquid.

Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat and add cumin seeds.

When the seeds crackle, add the asafoetida, turmeric powder and saute on a medium heat for 30 seconds.

Add the squeezed bitter gourd pieces and mix well.

Cover with a lid and cook on low heat for 8 to 10 minutes check it.

Cover with a lid and cook over medium heat for another 10 minutes.

Add chopped coriander sesame seeds.

Add the coriander powder, cumin powder, red chilli powder, sugar and dried mango powder.

Mix well and cook over medium heat for another 3 to 4 minutes.

Serve hot garnished with coriander.