Bitter Gourd, commonly known as Karela in India is a unique tropical vine grown for its edible vegetable. The Bitter Gourd contains high amounts of fibre, phosphorous, and Vitamins C, B1, B2, and B3. Bitter gourd is a fast growing climber and belongs to the vine family. It is also known as nutritious gourd and bitter melon. Bitter gourd plants vary in shape, size, and color.

1 Packet contains – Approximately 35 seeds

Planting and care

• Watering should be done when the soil feels dry.
• When fully dried, the fruits will split open and you can harvest the white or brown seeds for later sowing.

Bitter Gourd care

• Raised beds 120 cm wide (120 cm) Seeds are sown at 2 x 1. 5 m spacing.
• Watering is carried out in the beds.
• Soak seeds in water over night before sowing for better germination.

Medicinal Use

• Bitter gourd lowers dietary carbohydrate digestion.
• Bitter gourd lowers blood glucose levels.
• Bitter gourd plant insulin discovered and reverses insulin resistance.
• Bitter gourd helps weight loss.

Culinary Use

• To prepare the bitter melon, cut the fruit into slices and remove the seeds and pith, without peeling them.
• Newbies to bitter melon can blanch the fruit to reduce bitterness, although aficionados say it changes the texture too much.
• The fruit pairs well with other strong flavors, such as garlic, Chinese black beans, chili, or coconut milk.
• Typically, bitter melon is stuffed, pickled or curried and served with meat or in a soup.