Korolla Motorshuti Bhaji (Bitter Gourd With Peas)

Serves four to five people.

Ingredients:

• Korolla (bitter gourd) - 3 to 4
• Sweet peas - ¼ cup
• Sliced green chili - 4 to 5
• Chopped onion - 1 cup
• Ground turmeric - ½ teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon (as needed)
• Oil - ¼ cup

Preparation:

• Deseed the bitter gourds and the cut them into thin pieces.
• Clean them in water with a little bit of salt.
• Keep aside.

• Heat oil in a pan and fry the bitter gourds with turmeric and salt.
• Keep over medium heat and stir frequently until the bitter gourds become soft and tender.
• Note that fresh bitter gourds become soft quickly. Add a little bit of water if necessary.

• Add the peas, onions and green chili.
• Fry lightly until the oil starts to separate out.
• Serve hot with rice.