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Let's continue with our Tawa Veggie Series: Bitter Gourd Fries with Potato (Karela-Aloo Bhaja)! No deep frying. Less oil. More flavor! Bring out the best of seasonal veggies with this earthy, crisp, and wholesome karela-aloo fry — all done on the humble **tawa** with just a touch of mustard oil. Ingredients * 4 medium bitter gourds (karela), peeled and thinly sliced * 1 large potato, peeled and thinly sliced * 1 tsp turmeric * Salt to taste * 1 tbsp mustard oil (I used *Gramiyaa wood-pressed mustard oil*) * Black pepper to taste * ½ tsp amchur (dry mango powder) * Optional: 1 small onion and 3–4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced Marinate the Karela 1. **Peel and slice the karela** thinly. 2. **Massage with salt and turmeric.** Let it sit for **30 minutes** at room temperature — this draws out the bitterness. 3. After resting, **wash thoroughly** and **squeeze out excess water.** Set aside. Cooking on the Tawa 1. Heat a lohe ka tawa or iron griddle** on low flame. 2. Add **1 tbsp mustard...

 Bilkul! Jab mann ho simple, no-masala aur healthy khane ka — tab tawa-fried garlic beans ek perfect choice hai. Na zyada masale, na complex steps — bas asli swaad mustard oil, garlic aur fresh beans ka. 🫛 Tawa-Fried Garlic Beans (No-Masala Recipe) Ingredients (for 2 servings): 200g fresh green beans (ends trimmed) 6–8 garlic cloves (lightly crushed, no chopping needed) 1.5 tbsp mustard oil (gramiya or cold-pressed preferred) Salt to taste (Optional) 1/4 tsp turmeric (Optional) 1/2 tsp black pepper 👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Cooking Method: Heat iron tawa on medium flame until hot. Add mustard oil and let it smoke lightly to release its pungency. Toss in beans and garlic together. Spread evenly. Cover and cook on low heat for 5 minutes – no water needed. Uncover, sprinkle salt , and give a gentle stir. Cover again and cook for another 3–4 minutes until beans turn slightly soft and aromatic. Uncover and dry-roast for 2–3 minutes for tha...