Bitter Gourd

What is Bitter Gourd? Bitter Gourd — called Kakarakaya in Telugu, Karela in Hindi, and botanically Momordica charantia — is a distinctive ridged gourd prized across South Asian cooking for its bold, bitter character and satisfying bite when cooked well. Young fruits are firmer, greener, and better for frying and curries; the bitterness mellows with salt, spice, tamarind, jaggery, or coconut, depending on the regional style. At Marigold Farms , we grow bitter gourd for customers who want the real ingredient — fresh from a New Jersey farm, not a tired bin at the back of the produce aisle. Nutritional Profile Bitter gourd is nutrient-dense for its size and long valued in traditional diets. A typical portion provides: Vitamin C: Supports immune function and overall vitality. Fiber: Aids digest

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