Mekkekayi (Small Bitter Cucumber) is a very good vegetable for diabetes. It can help reduce blood sugar. It may have cancer fighting properties. It could decrease cholesterol levels. It may aid in weight loss. It is versatile and delicious, and gives a different taste to the food.
Regulates colesterol and sugar level.
Mekkekayi looks similar to Ivy gourd or tondekayi.
Mekkekayi Karindi is a kind of chutney relished by communities living in central and northern part of Karnataka. This delicious chutney is enjoyed most with Jowar Roti, Plain Rice, Dosas and other breads as a side dish.
This dish is a great addition to any of your meals.
Tasted this for the first time and really yummy and bitter (it should be like that). Perfect with hot jowar bhakris.
salt could be little less