Wash and peel bitter gourds by scraping the peel from it.
Cut them into two half’s and apply ½ teaspoon of salt over them, let them stay for an hour or two. Applying salt helps to cut out the bitterness.
After an hour or two, wash them and pat them dry on the kitchen towel, this step ensures crispiness when you cook them.
In a thick bottomed pan heat mustard oil to the point of smokiness, lower the heat and tip in bitter gourds.
Cover with the lid for 5 minutes and remove the lid to let it cook in open , cook for 10-15 minutes so that all sides are cooked and browned evenly.
Add all the spices and ½ teaspoon of salt and mix well cook for another 2-3 minutes and serve hot with paratha/ chapati or a simple side to go with fried rice.