1. Bitter gourd - 1/4 Kg
2. Onions - 1 Cup
3. Tamarind - 30 Grams
4. Curry Leaves - 1/2 Cup
5. Green Chillies - 2
6. Chilli Powder - 2 Teaspoons
7. Salt
8. Turmeric Powder - 1/2 Teaspoon
9. Cumin Seeds - 1/2 Teaspoon
10. Ginger Garlic Paste - 1 Teaspoon
11. Sesame Seeds Powder - 2 Teaspoons
12. Coriander Seeds Powder - 1 Teaspoon
13. Sugar - 1 Teaspoon
Wash and clean bitter gourds. They don't need to be peeled. Cut off the ends and cut into circles. Mix 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder. Close the lid and let it sit for 15-20 minutes. Soak tamarind and juice it. After 20 minutes, press the pieces. This will remove the bitter juice. It is not compulsory to follow this process. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a pan. Add 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds, 1 cup onions and fry. Fry till onions turn brown. Add 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste and mix. Fry for a minute and add bitter gourd pieces. Mix, close the lid and cook on low flame. Add green chillies, curry leaves and mix. Cook for 5 minutes and add 2 teaspoons chilli powder, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon coriander seeds powder, 2 teaspoons sesame seeds powder and mix. Mix. Juice tamarind and add water to curry. Add 1 teaspoon sugar. Cook till required consistency is obtained. Add coriander leaves and mix. Garam masala powder could also be added.