Pan-Fried Bitter Melon and Pork with Miso Recipe

Name: Pan-Fried Bitter Melon and Pork with Miso
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 200 grams Pork; 1 stalk Bitter melon; 1 tsp Soy sauce; 1 tsp Katakuriko; 2 tbsp Miso (soy bean paste); 1 tbsp Sugar; 1 tbsp Sake; 1 tbsp Mirin; 1 tsp Doubanjiang; 1 tbsp Sesame oil (for frying); 1 Dried Bonito flakes

Servings: persons

1
Cut the bitter melon lengthwise.
2
Carefully remove the seeds and slice.
3
Boil for about 30 seconds in hot water, and drain.
4
Cut the pork into bite-sized pieces.
5
Marinate with the seasonings.
6
Mix all the ingredients to make the miso paste.
7
Heat sesame oil in a frying pan and stir-fry the pork from Step 2.
8
When the pork has browned, turn the heat off, add the miso paste, and mix well.
9
When the pork has combined well with the miso paste, turn the heat on again.
10
Cook over medium heat.
11
Finally, add the bitter melon from Step 1 and after thoroughly mixing in the miso it's done.

169

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 200 grams Pork, 1 stalk Bitter melon, 1 tsp Soy sauce, 1 tsp Katakuriko, and more.

Yes, Pan-Fried Bitter Melon and Pork with Miso 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pan-Fried Bitter Melon and Pork with Miso

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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