Stir-Fried Bitter Melon with Egg
A quick and savory Filipino-style dish where bitter melon is stir-fried with garlic and onion, then scrambled with eggs. Simple, satisfying, and ready in minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 11g
Ingredients
- 1 medium bitter melon
- 3 large eggs
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 small onion
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- 1
Cut the 1 bitter melon in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, and slice into thin half-moons. Toss with 1/4 tsp salt and let sit for 10 minutes, then rinse and pat dry.
- 2
Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 sliced onion; stir-fry until fragrant and golden, about 2 minutes.
- 3
Add the bitter melon and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until it starts to soften and turns slightly translucent.
- 4
Push the bitter melon to one side. Pour in 3 beaten eggs and scramble them until just set, about 1 minute.
- 5
Mix everything together, season with the remaining 1/4 tsp salt (or to taste), and cook for another minute until the eggs are fully cooked but still tender. Serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- Wok or large skillet
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Mixing bowl
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