Bitter gourd fries

Serves -2

Having bitter gourd as poriyal or as kootu  is quite difficult but as fries is much better:) Since it is deep fried 75% of the bitterness disappears.So can try this without any hesitation.

Ingredients:

• Oil -To deep fry

To remove the bitterness:

• Bitter gourd -2
• Curd -3 tbsp
• Turmeric -1/4 tsp
• Tamarind water -3 tbsp
• Salt -1/4 tsp

To marinate:

• Rice flour -2 tbsp
• Corn flour -1 tsp(optional)
• Red chilli powder -3/4 tsp
• Coriander powder -1 tsp
• Turmeric powder -1/4 tsp
• Salt -To taste

Method:

• Slice the bitter gourd into thin slices.
• Soak them with the ingredients given under 'to remove bitterness' for 15  mins.
• Wash them twice or thrice with water.
• Now in a bowl add washed bitter gourd,and marinate with items given under 'to marinate' for 10 about mins.
• Now deep fry in oil.

Notes:

• Tastes best when it is crispy.
• Fry them just before serving else it turns out to be soggy.