Karela Bhurji
Bitter Gourd Scramble with Onions
Yes, keto as served. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A simple and rustic dry preparation of bitter gourd (karela), stir-fried or scrambled with onions and basic Indian spices. Its natural bitterness is often balanced with cooking techniques and minimal spices.
Key ingredients
Bitter gourd (karela), onions, green chilies, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, mustard seeds, oil/ghee, lemon juice.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables are added. Ensure no hidden sugars (some recipes add jaggery to balance bitterness).
Say this to the waiter (Hindi)
कृपया कन्फर्म करें कि इसमें आलू या कोई और ज़्यादा-कार्ब वाली सब्ज़ी नहीं है। और इसमें चीनी या गुड़ मत डालना, प्लीज़।
Please confirm no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables are added. And no added sugar or jaggery, please.
Watch out for
Added potatoes or other starchy vegetables, hidden sugars (jaggery, sugar).
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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