You can prepare this vegetable, which is also known as karela, by lightly frying, boiling, steaming or roasting it. ... Bitter melon is not typically peeled because the outer skin is edible; however, removing a thin layer of peel helps to reduce the rough outer texture. Cut the bitter melon in half length-wise.

Should bitter gourd be peeled?

There is no need to scrape the skin or remove the seeds if they are being cut into discs and if you are frying the bitter gourd thoroughly. However, for some recipes, it is best to scrape off the skin and remove the seeds. I find that it improves the taste when the textured part of the skin is scraped off.

Is Bitter gourd skin edible?

Bitter Gourd(करेला) This edible fruit is one of the most bitter vegetables produced. ... When the fruit is green, the skin is edible whereas the pith is removed before cooking. The pith becomes sweet and red when ripe and is used uncooked in various salads.