Fried Bittergourd

Finally, I get to try out this recipe which have been sitting on my kitchen shelf list for quite a while.  This yummylicious recipe is worth sharing with all my friends out there who loves bittergourd. 

Ingredients:
1/2 medium bittergourd (thinly sliced and remove the seeds)
2 1/2 tbsp plain flour (sifted)
1 1/2 tbsp rice flour (sifted)
1/2 tbsp curry powder (I use the watch brand)
1 tsp chicken stock granules
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp chili powder (add more according to your preference)
1/2 tsp grounded white pepper
Salt (to taste)
Water (to mix with the ingredients to form a batter)

Methods:

1. In a bowl add in plain flour, rice flour, curry powder, chicken stock granules, garlic powder, chili powder and white pepper, and mix to combine.
2. Add water gradually and stir using a whisk.  Make sure that the batter is just right, not too thick and not too thin.  Taste for correct seasoning and add salt if necessary.
3. In a wok add enough oil for frying using medium heat.
4. Place the sliced bittergourd into the batter, coat and fry.  Do not overcrowd the wok.  Turn over until both sides are properly cooked through.  Dish and set aside.  Repeat until all the bittergourd slices are completed.
5. Turn the heat to high, pour the fried bittergourd into the oil and give it a few quick stir to fry.  Off the heat, dish and drain.
6. Transfer the bittergourd slices onto a serving plate.
7. Let's enjoy this crispy fried bittergourd immediately to get the crunch.  I did not serve it with any chili or tomato sauce as it is so delicious on its own.

This recipe is adapted from 'Pen Hitam Dot Com' with some amendments.