Bitter Melon Namul

Bitter melon, also known as bitter gourd or bitter squash, is a popular vegetable in Asian cuisine and is believed to have various health benefits, including blood sugar control and immune system support.

This is vegan, gluten free and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Bitter Melon Namul

Cooking Method: Boiling, Stir-frying Cuisine: Korean Courses: Lunch, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Low Carb Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 5 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 280

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 300 gram Bitter Melon
• 2 teaspoon Sesame Oil
• 2 tablespoon Soy Sauce
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 stalk Green Onion
• 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds
• 1 pinch Salt

Instructions

1. Cut the bitter melon into thin slices and remove the seeds.
2. Boil the bitter melon slices in salted water for 2 minutes.
3. Drain the bitter melon slices and rinse with cold water.
4. Heat sesame oil in a pan and stir-fry garlic and green onion.
5. Add the boiled bitter melon slices and stir-fry for 3 minutes.
6. Add soy sauce, sesame seeds, and salt. Stir-fry for another minute.
7. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
8. Serve as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 70kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4g7%

Total Carbohydrate 8g3%

Sugars 2g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.