BITTER MELON STIR FRY
This is a new fruit I've just discovered. It is used as a vegetable and also considered a super food. It definitely is an acquired taste as the bitterness doesn't go away when it's cooked. I've read that once you get used to it you'll always go back for more.
Provided by Jo Zimny
Categories Fruit Sides
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. To prepare the bitter melon, cut in half length-wise. Remove the seeds and clean out the white pith inside. Cut into slices on a slant.
- 2. Sprinkle the slices with some salt and place in a collander to drain for about 15 minutes.
- 3. In a small bowl mash the chili pepper flakes and the garlic.
- 4. Heat a wok or deep saute pan on medium high and add 2 tablespoons of oil. When the oil is hot, add the garlic/chili mixture. Stir-fry briefly until aromatic (about 30 seconds).
- 5. Add the bitter melon, and stir fry for 2 minutes, then splas with the balsamic vinegar and soy sauce. Stir in the sweetener and cook for 1-2 more minutes until the melon is browing and softened.
- 6. Stir in a couple of drops of sesame oil if desired.
- 7. Serve Hot and Enjoy!
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Karrie Talbott
[email protected]I've never made bitter melon before, but this recipe made it easy. The stir-fry was delicious and I will definitely be making it again.
Hamza Liqat
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper. I will definitely be making it again and again.
Zohaib Hashmi
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The bitter melon, the sweetness of the carrots, and the spiciness of the chili peppers are all perfect together.
Bob Marley
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I always have the ingredients on hand.
Robert “Brenard” Clark
[email protected]I'm not sure why, but my stir-fry turned out really oily. Maybe I used too much oil?
Comfort Neizer
[email protected]I think this recipe would be even better if you added some fresh ginger.
Gray Troy
[email protected]I'm allergic to nuts, so I substituted sunflower seeds for the peanuts. It was just as good.
Junior Kojo DaaMaa
[email protected]This stir-fry is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved it!
Danielle Dudley
[email protected]I was surprised at how much I liked this dish. I'm not usually a fan of bitter melon, but this recipe was really good.
yousif faisal
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it always comes out perfect. It's a great way to use up leftover bitter melon.
MD Nahid Hasan MD Nahid Hasan
[email protected]The sauce was a little too thick for my taste. Next time I'll add a little more water.
Trsohel rana
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes. I make it all the time. It's so easy and delicious.
GAMING RAKIB
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my stir-fry turned out bland. Maybe I didn't use enough seasoning?
Nazi Brohi
[email protected]The bitter melon was a little too crunchy for my liking. I think I'll cook it for a few minutes longer next time.
Abdullah Manzoor
[email protected]I substituted tofu for the chicken and it was just as good. This is a great vegetarian dish.
Sonia Naveed
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish was still too bitter for my taste.
stacy mlangeni
[email protected]I added some extra chili peppers to give the dish a little more heat. It was delicious!
Nor Elsayed
[email protected]The instructions were easy to follow and the dish turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.
Mhiz Safara
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of bitter melon, but this stir-fry changed my mind.
Bishal Offcial
[email protected]This bitter melon stir-fry was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the melon was cooked to perfection.