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Bitter Melon Stir-Fried with Pork
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10 MIN
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Medium
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4 servings
About This Recipe
This savory Bitter Melon Stir-Fry with Five-Flower Pork is a delicious balance of bold flavors and satisfying textures. Thinly sliced bitter melon is marinated in salt to reduce bitterness, then stir-fried with crispy, slightly charred five-flower pork for a rich, umami-packed dish. Fragrant ginger adds warmth, while oyster sauce and light soy sauce enhance the natural savoriness of the pork and the earthy depth of the melon. Perfectly cooked bitter melon retains a slight crunch, complementing the tender, juicy pork. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish is a fantastic way to enjoy bitter melon’s unique taste while keeping it flavorful and approachable. Ideal for a weeknight meal, it pairs wonderfully with steamed rice for a wholesome, satisfying dinner. Try this recipe for a delightful mix of bitter, savory, and aromatic notes in every bite!
Instructions
Detailed preparation guide
servings
4
Total Time
10m
shopping_basket Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- five-flower pork 200g
- bitter melon 300g
The aromatics
- ginger 20g
The sauce & seasonings
- oil 1 tbsp
- oyster sauce 2 tbsp
- light soy sauce 1 tbsp
- salt 1/2 tsp
menu_book Directions
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Step 1
Cut the bitter melon in half, remove the pulp, slice it into thin pieces, and marinate in salt for 20 minutes. Then, rinse with clean water. Slice the five-flower pork into thin pieces.
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Step 2
Pour a small amount of oil into the pot, heat it to 60% heat, add the five-flower pork and stir-fry until it is slightly charred and oily. Add ginger threads and stir-fry briefly.
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Step 3
Continue to add the bitter melon and stir-fry over medium heat.
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Step 4
When the bitter melon is 80% cooked, add high-quality oyster sauce, light soy sauce, and an appropriate amount of salt, and stir-fry evenly to finish.
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