{"product_id":"karela-bitter-melon-indian","title":"Karela (Bitter Melon Indian) Per Lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eFresh karela (Indian bitter melon) is the vegetable that divides families — you either crave its intense bitterness or you avoid it at all costs. For karela lovers, nothing else satisfies. Stuffed karela, karela chips fried until crispy, or karela sabzi with onions and spices — bitterness is the flavor, not a defect.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBitter Is the Point\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndian bitter melon (karela)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor karela sabzi, stuffed karela, karela chips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntensely bitter — that is the entire appeal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndian variety — smaller and more ridged than Chinese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSlice thin, salt heavily, and let sit for 30 minutes to draw out some bitterness. Squeeze out liquid, then fry until crispy for karela chips. For stuffed karela, slit lengthwise, stuff with spiced onion mixture, and pan-fry slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I reduce the bitterness?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSalt and rest for 30 minutes, squeeze out liquid. Some cooks add jaggery or tamarind to the dish to balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it really that bitter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is one of the most bitter foods on earth. Start with karela chips (the frying mellows the bitterness) before attempting sabzi.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAny health benefits?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKarela has a long history in traditional Indian wellness practices. It is a food, not a medicine — enjoy it for the flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFresh produce.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fresh Produce","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49014684319971,"sku":null,"price":2.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2811\/6963\/files\/1004.jpg?v=1779810344","url":"https:\/\/anorascashncarry.com\/products\/karela-bitter-melon-indian","provider":"ANORAS CASH N CARRY ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}