Description
Karella, Karele, Bittergard, Bitterguard, Bitterguards .
Karela (or bitter melon) is a member of the squash family and looks like a bumpy cucumber. It has a yellowish-green skin and a watery flesh with a bitter flavour. Add sliced karela to curries, stir fries, and soups, or fill with stuffing and serve as a side dish.