Garlic Stir-Fried Three Treasures

Garlic Stir-Fried Three Treasures

This savory stir-fry combines bitter melon, beans, and eggplant for a bold and flavorful dish that’s both nutritious and delicious. The bitter melon is expertly prepared to reduce its bitterness, while the fermented bean paste and garlic add a rich umami depth. Quick stir-frying locks in the vibrant textures of the vegetables, enhanced by a savory blend of oyster sauce, soy sauce, and aromatic seasonings. Perfect as a hearty side or a light main, this dish brings a satisfying balance of earthy, tangy, and slightly bitter notes—a must-try for lovers of authentic, veggie-packed meals!

15 Minutes
Advanced
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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bitter melon
200g
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beans
200g
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eggplant
250g

The aromatics

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garlic
3 cloves

The sauce & seasonings

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fermented bean paste
2 tbsp

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Prepare the ingredients: bitter melon, beans, eggplant, garlic, fermented bean paste.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Wash the bitter melon, cut it into segments and then cut them in half, and remove the pulp.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Wash the eggplant and cut it into segments, then cut it into strips.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Put the bitter melon and eggplant into a large basin, sprinkle some salt, and squeeze out the bitter taste with your hands, then rinse with clean water and drain.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Wash the beans and cut them into segments.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Peel and chop the garlic, wash and chop the fermented bean paste.

7. Step 7

Step 7
Heat the wok, add an appropriate amount of oil, and stir-fry the fermented bean paste and garlic until fragrant.

8. Step 8

Step 8
Add the beans and stir-fry for a moment.

9. Step 9

Step 9
Pour in the eggplant and bitter melon and continue to stir-fry until they are soft.

10. Step 10

Step 10
Add oyster sauce.

11. Step 11

Step 11
Add soy sauce.

12. Step 12

Step 12
Finally, add salt and chicken powder, and stir-fry evenly.

13. Step 13

Step 13
The dish is ready.

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