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crispy fried bitter gourd salad recipe

Crispy fried bitter gourd salad (karawila sambol)

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Karawila Sambol delicious Sri Lankan salad with crispy fried bitter gourd, onions, tomatoes, green chillies, and lemon juice. Perfect to serve with rice.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Sri Lankan
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups sliced bitter gourd
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced onions
  • 1/2 cup ripe cubed tomatoes
  • 2-3 green chillies chopped
  • 2-3 tbsp lime juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper powder to taste
  • Oil to deep fry

Instructions
 

  • Wash and slice the bitter gourd into thin slices
  • Heat oil in a pan and deep fry the bitter gourd slices until golden brown and crispy
  • Drain and set aside
  • Slice onions, tomatoes, and green chillies
  • When ready to serve, add the deep fried bitter gourd to the rest of the ingredients, salt, and pepper and mix thoroughly
  • Serve with rice