Bitter Melon With Beef (ampalaya Con Carne)

Bitter Melon with Beef, also known as Ampalaya con Carne, is a popular dish in Filipino Chinese cuisine. The bitterness of the melon is balanced by the savory beef, creating a delicious and nutritious meal.

Bitter Melon With Beef (ampalaya Con Carne)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef, thinly sliced
  • 2 medium bitter melons, seeds removed and sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil

Instructions

  1. Marinate the beef with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in a pan and sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.
  3. Add the marinated beef and cook until browned.
  4. Add the bitter melon and water, then simmer for 5-7 minutes until the melon is tender.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
25g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Frying Pan Spatula Knife Cutting Board

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve the Bitter Melon with Beef hot over steamed rice.

Tips & tricks

Soaking the bitter melon in salted water for 10 minutes before cooking can help reduce its bitterness.

Cost

$15