Soak the karela in salt water for about 20-25minutes.
After that, drain the salt water and wash the kaela with plain water well. Keep aside.
Take poppy seeds, water and mustard seeds and grind them to make a paste.
Heat a fry pan and fry some kalonji, with green chillies. Add the above gravy . Now add the karela and fry for 2-3 minutes. Now add the remaining spices like turmeric powder, and lal mirch. Add a minor pinch of sugar too. Add a cup of water and cover the pan and let it boil for 10-15 min. When the karela becomes soft , take it off the flame.
Serve hot and enjoy!!