How To Prepare Bitter Gourd So It Is Not Bitter

1. 1

   Wash the bitter gourd well, and cut it in half lengthwise.

2. 2

   Take out the seeds with a large spoon.

3. 3

   Remove all of the white pulp.

4. 4

   The thinner you cut it, the less bitter it will be.

5. 5

   Sprinkle it generously with salt.

6. 6

   Rub it well with your hands.

7. 7

   Let it sit for a while.

8. 8

   When you squeeze it, green juice will come out, like in the photo.

9. 9

   The juice is bitter!

10. 10

    Heat some water in a pot.

11. 11

    Drain the green juice, then boil the goya.

12. 12

    Lightly boil, and when it turns bright green, drain it in a colander.

13. 13

    Use it in dishes like Goya salad or Goya stir-fried Okinawan style (goya chanpuru).

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