Pare Isi Tumis Udang Kecap Manis (stuffed Bitter Melon Stir-fry With Shrimp And Sweet Soy Sauce)

Pare Isi Tumis Udang Kecap Manis is a traditional dish from Padang, Indonesia. This recipe features bitter melon stuffed with a savory shrimp mixture and stir-fried with sweet soy sauce, creating a delicious and unique flavor combination.

Pare Isi Tumis Udang Kecap Manis (stuffed Bitter Melon Stir-fry With Shrimp And Sweet Soy Sauce)

Ingredients

  • 4 bitter melons
  • 200g shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil

Instructions

  1. Cut the bitter melons in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and pith.
  2. In a bowl, mix the shrimp, garlic, onion, sweet soy sauce, salt, and white pepper.
  3. Stuff the shrimp mixture into the bitter melon halves.
  4. Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat.
  5. Add the stuffed bitter melon and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the shrimp is cooked and the bitter melon is tender.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
18g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Frying pan Cutting board Knife Bowl

Tools

Stove Spatula

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Enjoy Pare Isi Tumis Udang Kecap Manis with steamed rice and a side of sambal for an authentic Indonesian meal.

Tips & tricks

Tips: To reduce the bitterness of the melon, soak the halved and seeded bitter melons in salted water for 30 minutes before stuffing and stir-frying.

Cost

$10