Ampalaya Guisado (Stir-Fried Bitter Melon)
Stir-Fried Bitter Melon (Ampalaya Guisado) is a popular dish in Filipino Chinese cuisine known for its unique bitter flavor. This dish is a great way to enjoy the health benefits of bitter melon while savoring its delicious taste.
Ingredients
- 2 medium bitter melons, sliced and deseeded
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 1/4 lb pork, thinly sliced (optional for non-vegan version)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional for vegan version)
- 1/2 cup water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
Instructions
- Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Saute the garlic and onion until fragrant.
- If using pork, add the pork slices and cook until browned.
- Add the tomatoes and cook until softened.
- Add the bitter melon slices and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes.
- Pour in the soy sauce and oyster sauce (if using), then add water. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer to a serving dish and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Frying Pan Spatula Knife Cutting Board
Tools
Stove
Serving suggestions
Serve the Stir-Fried Bitter Melon with steamed rice for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
To reduce the bitterness of the melon, you can soak the sliced bitter melon in salted water for 10-15 minutes before cooking.
Cost
$8