Ginisang Ampalaya
A classic Filipino bitter melon stir-fry with eggs, garlic, and onions. Quick, savory, and deeply satisfying—ready in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 178
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Halve the bitter melon lengthwise and scoop out the seeds with a spoon.
Step 2
Slice the melon crosswise into 1/4-inch crescents.
Step 3
Beat the eggs in a bowl with a pinch of salt.
Step 4
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, ~90 seconds.
Step 5
Add bitter melon and sauté until soft and edges brown, ~5 minutes.
Step 6
Push melon to the side. Add remaining 1 tbsp oil and sauté garlic and onion until fragrant, ~2 minutes.
Step 7
Pour beaten eggs over the mixture and stir constantly until fully cooked, ~3 minutes.
Step 8
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 9
Serve hot over rice.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- small bowl
- cutting board
- knife
- spoon
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