Braised Stuffed Bitter Melon Recipe Recipe

Name: Braised Stuffed Bitter Melon Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. Fermented black beans; 1/2 lb Lean pork; 1/4 c. Chinese parsley; 2 x Scallion stalks; 1 x Clove garlic; 1 Tbsp. Soy sauce tb Oil; 2 tsp Cornstorch; 1/2 tsp Sugar; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1 dsh Pepper; 4 med Bitter melons; 4 Tbsp. Oil; 1/2 x Clove garlic; 1/2 c. Water

Servings: persons

1 Tbsp. Fermented black beans
1/2 lb Lean pork
1/4 c. Chinese parsley
2 x Scallion stalks
1 x Clove garlic
1 Tbsp. Soy sauce tb Oil
2 tsp Cornstorch
1/2 tsp Sugar
1/2 tsp Salt
1 dsh Pepper
4 med Bitter melons
4 Tbsp. Oil
1/2 x Clove garlic
1/2 c. Water

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Soak fermented black beans.
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Mince pork, together with parsley, scallions and garlic.
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Then blend well with soy sauce, oil, cornstarch, sugar, salt and pepper.
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Cut each bitter melon in 1-1/2 inch slices.
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With a sharp knife, scoop out the spongy white pulp and seeds at the center of each slice.
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Stuff pork mix into centers, letting meat bulge out slightly (it will shrink during cooking).
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Heat remaining oil.
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Brown bitter melon slices lightly on both sides; then remove from pan.
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Mash soaked black beans; crush remaining garlic.
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Add in to pan; add in water, and bring to a boil, stirring.
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Return stuffed bitter melon and bring to a boil again.
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Then simmer, covered, over medium heat, till done (about 20 min).

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tbsp. Fermented black beans, 1/2 lb Lean pork, 1/4 c. Chinese parsley, 2 x Scallion stalks, and more.

Yes, Braised Stuffed Bitter Melon Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Braised Stuffed Bitter Melon Recipe

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