My Bitter Friend - Kalara Patra Bara (Pan-Seared Bitter Gourd Leaves)

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Once again, here I am with yet another of my ever so loved "bara" recipes. This time, its a newly discovered (not invented.. but just discovered) during my recent pregnancy. Its made with the bitter "Kalara Patra"(Bitter gourd leaves) along with some very easily available pantry ingredients. You'd think why on earth will I use bitter gourd leaves.. Well I did not know they did, but once I had tasted these fritters, I fell in love with them.. also I am a sucker for pan-seared fritters (the healthy way to enjoy fritters).



Here goes the ingredient list followed by the process.
  • Around 40-45 bitter gourd leaves chopped fine (We get it in huge bunches in the local farmers market for a dollar which is like very very less). Need to pick the leaves and wash them thoroughly.
  • A quarter red onion chopped fine
  • 2 -3 green chillies chopped real fine
  • 3-4 table spoons besan
  • 1 table spoon rice flour
  • Wee bit oil in the marinade + olive oil to pan sear
  • Salt to taste

Process:
  • Mix everything except for the oil for pan-searing in a big bowl. You will need to sprinkle water as needed. The mix should be of thick consistency (thicker than pakoda batter).
  • Heat a non-stick pan on medium heat.
  • When hot, add oil for pan-searing and spread using a spatula or move the pan with your hands.
  • Add a spoon ful of mix into the hot pan and pat it nicely so that the mix becomes like a small pancake.
  • Drizzle olive oil again on top (very less). You could also use PAM for that matter.
  • Cook the "Kalara Patra Bara"s (fritters) till both sides are cooked and have brown spots all over.
  • Serve hot with lunch (or just eat it like I did)
Enjoy !!

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