Description
Fresh Karela (Bitter Gourd)
Category: Fresh Vegetables | Type: Tropical Gourd | Origin: India
πΏ Product Description
Fresh Karela, also known as Bitter Gourd or Bitter Melon, is a tropical vine vegetable belonging to the gourd family β closely related to zucchini, pumpkin, and cucumber.
Recognized for its distinctive bitter flavor and rough green skin, Karela features translucent white flesh with small edible seeds.
Despite its bitterness, it is highly valued in Indian and Asian cuisines for its unique taste and powerful health-promoting properties. Karela is often called a βnatural detox vegetableβ because of its cleansing and blood-purifying effects.
π³ Popular Uses
Karela can be enjoyed in many delicious and traditional ways:
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π₯ Appetizers: Served fried or sautΓ©ed to stimulate appetite.
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π Curries & Stews: Adds a distinct, earthy flavor to Indian and Asian recipes.
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π’ Stuffed or Fried Snacks: A crispy favorite in home-style cooking.
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πΏ Traditional Remedies: Used in Ayurvedic medicine for various health concerns.
π§ Storage & Usage
To maintain freshness and taste:
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Store unwashed Karela in a plastic bag inside the refrigerator.
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Wash and cut just before cooking.
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For best taste, fry or sautΓ© Karela with onions and spices to balance the bitterness.
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Combine with other vegetables like potatoes or tomatoes for a milder flavor.
π Health Benefits
Karela is celebrated as one of the most nutritious and medicinal vegetables in Asian cuisine.
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π‘οΈ Supports Blood Sugar Balance: Contains insulin-like compounds such as Charantin, Momordin, and Polypeptide-P that help regulate glucose levels.
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π§ Aids Digestion & Detox: Naturally cleanses the liver and promotes healthy digestion.
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π©Έ Purifies Blood: Helps clear toxins, improving skin health and overall vitality.
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πͺ Boosts Immunity: Rich in antioxidants, Vitamin C, and essential minerals.
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π Promotes Weight Management: Low in calories, high in fiber, and improves metabolism.
π Nutritional Information (per 100g)
| Nutrient | Amount |
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| Energy | 142 kJ / 34 kcal |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| of which Saturated Fat | 0.0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 7.0 g |
| of which Sugars | 1.0 g |
| Protein | 3.6 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g |
| Salt | 0.13 g |
π§ Ingredients
100% Karela (Bitter Gourd)
No preservatives. No additives. 100% natural vegetable.
π± Product Highlights
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β Authentic Indian Flavor: A traditional vegetable used across South Asian cuisines.
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πΏ Nutrient-Dense: Low in calories, rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
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π©Ί Health-Enhancing: Known for aiding digestion and supporting blood sugar levels.
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π² Versatile: Perfect for curries, stir-fries, juices, and home remedies.
π¦ Product Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Brand | TRANSFOOD |
| Product Name | Fresh Karela (Bitter Gourd) |
| Weight | 1 kg |
| Origin | India |
| Importer | TRANSFOOD GMBH, Langer Kornweg 40, 65451 Kelsterbach, Germany |
| Storage | Keep refrigerated (unwashed, in plastic bag) |
| Quality Grade | Handelsklasse I |
| Packaging | Fresh-packed for maximum quality |





