Spicy Indian Karela Masala

1.Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.

2.Add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds until fragrant.

3.Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.

4.Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, cooking for another minute until the raw smell disappears.

5.Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften and the oil starts to separate from the mixture.

6.Sprinkle in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.

7.Add the sliced bitter gourd (karela) to the pan, stirring to coat the pieces with the spice mixture.

8.Cover the pan and cook on low heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the karela is tender and cooked through.

9.Once cooked, sprinkle the garam masala over the karela and mix well. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.

10.Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.