Bitter Gourd & Ivy Gourd Palya

Haagalakai Thondekai Palya

A dry Karnataka-style stir-fry of haagalakai and thondekai with fresh coconut. Even people who avoid bitter gourd enjoy this one.

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Method

Farm tip: Salting and squeezing the bitter gourd removes much of the bitterness.

Drink pairing Probiotic Kanji - Organic - 350 ml (2 Servings)

Tangy kanji balances the bitterness.

Is bitter gourd good for diabetics?

Bitter gourd is traditionally eaten by people managing blood sugar. It is a vegetable, not a medicine, so keep taking any prescribed treatment.

Can I skip the jaggery?

Yes. Leave it out for a fully sugar-free dish.