Bitter Melon Stir-Fry

Even with degorging, bitter melon has an acrid, almost chalky taste. Feel free to substitute another gourd such as angled luffa.

Ingredients

2 bitter melons

1teaspoon salt

2tablespoons oil for stir-frying

1 clove garlic, chopped

2tablespoons hoisin sauce

4tablespoons water

1tablespoon Chinese rice wine or dry sherry

2teaspoon brown sugar

1. Wash the bitter melons, cut in half, and remove the seeds inside the pods. Slice thinly on the diagonal.

2. To degorge the bitter melons, place the slices in a bowl and toss with salt. Leave for 15 minutes and place on paper towels to drain out excess water.

3. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Boil the bitter melons for 3 minutes. Drain well.

4. Add oil to a preheated wok or skillet. Add the garlic and stir-fry briefly until aromatic. Add the bitter melon and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Add the hoisin sauce, water, rice wine, and brown sugar.

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