Pare Isi Tumis Udang (stuffed Bitter Melon Stir-fry With Shrimp)
Pare Isi Tumis Udang, or Stuffed Bitter Melon Stir-Fry with Shrimp, is a delicious and flavorful dish from the Padang food cuisine. The combination of the bitter melon and savory shrimp creates a unique and satisfying meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 bitter melons
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 red chili, sliced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- Cut the bitter melons in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and pith.
- Stuff the bitter melon halves with the shrimp mixture.
- Heat the cooking oil in a pan and sauté the garlic and onion until fragrant.
- Add the stuffed bitter melon, tomatoes, and red chili to the pan. Season with salt, pepper, and sugar.
- Cover the pan and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the bitter melon is tender and the shrimp is cooked through.
- 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
- 20g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Cutting board Knife Pan Spatula
Tools
Stove
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Pare Isi Tumis Udang with steamed rice for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Be sure to remove the seeds and pith from the bitter melon to reduce its bitterness before stuffing and cooking.
Cost
$15