Pavakka Othukkiyathu || Bitter Gourd Stir Fry ||Weight Loss /Oil Free Recipe|| Health Benefits || Ep No :62

 Bitter Melon / Bitter gourd / Momordica charantia belongs to gourd family.It may tastes bitter but has various health benefits.

Here is why we have to include bitter gourd in our diet.
It is a rich source of vitamins and minerals , as it contains iron , calcium, magnesium and potassium along with vitamins A and C.
Bitter gourd contains several anti oxidants and anti inflammatory compounds. 
It helps in lowering bad cholesterol levels which helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases and cerebrovascular accident or stroke.
This is a vegetable which supports body's immune system and improves respiratory health of a person.
Bitter gourd is known for its anti diabetic properties that help to lower sugar levels of the body.
This is a vegetable which is low in calories, fat and carbohydrates which aid weight management.It also keeps feeling full for longer and helps one avoid over eating and hence it aid in weight loss.
This is an excellent source of dietary fiber ,helps in relieving constipation and indigestion.
As bitter gourd contains anti ageing properties it boosts skin health.

Here's the recipe of Bitter Gourd stir fry which can be served with hot rice.



Take 4 tablespoons of freshly grated coconut , 25 Bird's eye chilies ,one stick fresh curry leaves, quarter teaspoon salt and crush altogether in a mixi jar.

Never add water while grinding and do not over grind the mix.

To the earthen pot , add chopped Bitter Gourd ,one chopped big onion , a piece of ginger, a teaspoon salt , mix well altogether.

Do not over mix the Bitter Gourd with spoon as the bitterness of the Bitter Gourd comes out.

Add crushed prepared mix to the Bitter Gourd , add 4 sticks of fresh curry leaves ,cover with lid and cook on high flame initially.

Do not add water while cooking.The water content from the Bitter Gourd and big onion is enough to cook it.

When the earthen pot gets hot, reduce the flame to medium and cook Bitter Gourd .

Open and check when steam comes out.

Flip the Bitter Gourd , so that the upper part goes down .

And the Bitter Gourd will not stick at the bottom of the earthen pot.

After 5 minutes, again open the lid and flip Bitter Gourd once again , cover and cook again.

After 5 minutes, check salt and cooking level of Bitter Gourd.

If it's cooked well, spread the Bitter Gourd in the pot and switch off the flame.

Do not cover when it's hot.

As the steam in the lid will not make the bitter gourd dry.

Finally add 2 sticks of fresh curry leaves.

Its the perfect dish for Diabetic patients.

They can reduce the amount of rice and add a portion of Bitter Gourd in their diet.

Bitter Gourd contain sugar biding protein Lectin which controls blood sugar and controls appetite.

Moreover Bitter Gourd has an Anti - Diabetic property , so that it can be considered those who have the family history of Diabetes Mellitus.

As there is no oil has been used, it's a choice for those trying weight loss too.

Ginger and Bird's eye chili's  used in the dish enhances weight loss.

Those who are in dieting reduce the amount of big onion, coconut and salt for the best results.

Serve with hot rice.

Ingredients

Bitter Gourd - One Nos

Big Onion - One Nos

Bird's Eye Chilies - 25 Nos

Freshly Grated Coconut - 4 Tablespoons

Curry leaves - One Fistful

Ginger - One Big Piece

Salt - As Per Taste



Prepare and give us a feedback.

More Yummy Pics




 


Thank you


Dedicated to Mummy



Follow us: Instagram :Orchidcafe4u Twitter :OrchidCafe Facebook :OrchidCafe Gmail :Orchidcafe4u@gmail.com #Orchid Cafe



  






















\\\\\\\\\













p-;hhhhhhhho;jjjjjjjjjjjpp88888888pl;[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[m0-

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Nellikka Karuppichathu || Black Gooseberry Pickle || Kari Nellikka || Ep No :63

Image
Nellikka Karupichathu/Kari Nellikka /Black Gooseberry Pickle is a traditional dish of Kerala. All the ingredients which is used in the dish is healthy and the gooseberries have got many health benefits. It takes a month or 30 days for the preparation. It requires lot of patience through out the process. It's a spicy dish, but the spice level can be adjusted as per the choice. The Iron content in the gooseberries gives the black color and hence its rich in Iron, it can be given to pregnant women and children,as it prevents Anemia .  Here's the recipe of black gooseberry pickle which is a best combination with hot rice or porridge. For that take 2 kg fresh gooseberries, wash thoroughly under running water and keep them to drain water. Take one fistful of bird's eye chilies, and fresh curry leaves. An earthen pot is mandatory to prepare black gooseberry. Keep an earthen pot  exclusively for making black gooseberries. The pot used for the process of making black gooseberries ca...
Read more

ozhuka Peera Vaechathu || Indian Anchovy Curry With Shredded Coconut || Ep No :71

Image
Indian Anchivy (Stolephorus Indicus ) / Hardenberg's Anchovy is a species of Oceanodromous fish, belongs to the Family Engraulidae. It's an yummy fish recipe with the taste of coconut and the flavor of fresh coconut oil. The tanginess of Malabar Tamarind will combine with coconut and gives you a heavenly taste. Indian Anchovy is a rich source of calcium. The fish can be consumed along with its bones. Very tender fish bones are rich in calcium and hence its a best recipe for children, elders and pregnant women. Here's the recipe of Indian anchovy curry with shredded coconut . It's the best combination with hot rice or tapioca. Take 4 green chilies, 2 pieces of ginger , 8 shallots. In a bowl take 10 small pieces of Malabar Tamarind, add a tablespoon salt and soak by adding water for 10 to 15 minutes. Chop green chilies into 3 to 4 big pieces , cut ginger into thin pieces lengthwise, cut shallots into thin pieces and crush one bulb of garlic. To an earthen pot add 2 tables...
Read more

Mutta Petti|Malabar Special Spicy Egg Box|Iftar Dish-Mutta Petti |Recipe No:02

Image
It's a famous Malabar( Northern part of Kerala ,India ) special dish prepared during Iftar.A delicious dish prepared with boiled egg and spicy masala.Prepare and enjoy the goodness of authentic Malabar food.I am sure that this Malabar delight will make your day a special one. Ingredients Water - Two and a half cup Eggs-3Nos Onion -3Nos Ginger -One small piece Garlic-6Nos Coriander leaves Curry leaves Wheat flour -One cup Milk-Quarter glass Refined Oil -2Cups Turmeric Powder -Half teaspoon Dry red chili powder - Half teaspoon Pepper Powder - Quarter teaspoon Garam Masala- Half teaspoon (Preferably  Home made ) Corn flour -6teaspoon Salt - As per taste Method of preparation Add a cup of water to the pan and add 3 eggs Add one teaspoon of salt,boil for 15 to 20 minutes Once its boiled put off the flame Allow egg to cool and remove the shell Take 3 onion, a piece of ginger, 6 garlic, some coriander and curry leaves Cut onion lengthwise Cut garlic a...
Read more