BITTER MELON STIR-FRY
This is a favorite Filipino vegetable dish, although the slightly bitter taste of bitter melon needs a lot of getting used to. Cooking it this way lightens the bitter taste.
Provided by lola
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Filipino
Time 45m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the onion and garlic in the hot oil until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Mix the pork into the onion and garlic; cook until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Stir the prawns into the mixture and cook until no longer translucent, about 5 minutes more. Add the tomatoes; season with salt and pepper. Continue cooking until the tomatoes soften, about 5 minutes. Stir the bitter melon through the mixture and cook until the melon is tender, about 5 minutes. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.5 g, Cholesterol 90.7 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 128.2 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
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Arthur K
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Dip Ray
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. I think I'll try it again with less chili paste next time.
Jitto Chowdhury
[email protected]I'm not sure I'm a fan of the bitter melon, but the rest of the stir-fry was delicious. I'll definitely try it again with a different type of melon.
Gregory Mukati
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The stir-fry is packed with flavor and the melon is cooked perfectly.
billiejo hudson
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of bitter melon and this recipe really showcases it. The stir-fry is easy to make and the ingredients are easy to find.
Sanwal Mahi
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful meal. The stir-fry is packed with vegetables and the melon is a good source of vitamins and minerals.
Mahy Ahmed
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. I think I'll try it again with less chili paste next time.
Ablu Malik
[email protected]I'm not sure I'm a fan of the bitter melon, but the rest of the stir-fry was delicious. I'll definitely try it again with a different type of melon.
Savage Yt
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The stir-fry is packed with nutritious ingredients and the melon is a good source of vitamins and minerals.
Hakim Masood
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of bitter melon and this recipe really showcases it. The stir-fry is easy to make and the ingredients are easy to find.
Thabiso Molefe
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The stir-fry is packed with flavor and the melon is cooked perfectly.
Doks Olivier
[email protected]I'm not a fan of bitter melon, but this recipe was surprisingly good. The melon was cooked well and the other ingredients helped to balance out the bitterness.
Kylie Harkless
[email protected]This is a great recipe for those who enjoy bitter melon. The stir-fry is flavorful and the melon is cooked perfectly.
IGNISTIOUS TIROP
[email protected]I found the recipe to be a bit bland. I added some additional seasonings and it turned out much better.
Amber Large
[email protected]The bitterness of the melon was a bit too much for me, but the rest of the family enjoyed the dish.
Asma Misba
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to enjoy the unique flavor of bitter melon. The stir-fry is easy to make and the ingredients are easy to find. I especially enjoyed the addition of the shrimp, which added a nice protein boost.
Maria Flores
[email protected]I love bitter melon and this recipe did not disappoint. The stir-fry was flavorful and the melon was cooked perfectly. I added a bit of extra chili paste for a touch of heat. Will definitely make this again.
brian waller
[email protected]I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved the unique flavor combination of the bitter melon and the other ingredients. The instructions were easy to follow and the dish came together quickly. I will definitely be making this ag
mbmr0812
[email protected]This bitter melon stir-fry recipe is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The bitterness of the melon is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the carrots and the savory umami of the shrimp. The addition of garlic, ginger, and scallions adds