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Brilio.net - Bitter melon is known to be bitter , but it is still often processed into various delicious and appetizing dishes. Not only stir-fried, bitter melon can also be cooked into a chili sauce mixture or as a base for chips.
After investigating, the bitter taste of bitter melon can be reduced or even eliminated if the processing method is correct. Well, most people deliberately squeeze bitter melon slices with salt. After squeezing it for a while, the bitter melon will release a liquid (sap) that causes its bitter taste.
But don't just use this method, it turns out there are other methods you can use to get rid of the bitter taste of bitter melon. The method was shared by TikTok user @ezra.manik. These mothers show each step when processing bitter melon. Even without squeezing the salt, the bitter taste of bitter melon can disappear completely, you know.
"Since learning about these tips, my husband and I have really liked eating them," she wrote in the video caption.
This trick for cooking bitter melon makes the bitter taste completely disappear.
Reported by BrilioFood from TikTok @ezra.manik on Wednesday (6/3), first wash the bitter melon that will be processed. Once done, cut both ends of the bitter melon with a knife. Then set aside the white inside of the bitter gourd.
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If so, then slice the bitter gourd into the size according to taste. After that, the bitter melon slices don't need to be kneaded with salt. Instead, put it in hot cooking oil. Yup, fry bitter melon so the bitter taste disappears.
"Fry in hot oil until wilted," said the video owner.
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Turn the bitter gourd back and forth during the frying process so that it cooks evenly. If it looks wilted, immediately remove the bitter gourd using a strainer. Wait a few moments until the oil content reduces.
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Fried bitter melon can be consumed directly or processed into other dishes. If you want to use it as a stir-fry, just mix the fried bitter melon with stir-fry seasoning. It doesn't need to be cooked for too long, considering that the bitter melon is already thoroughly fried.
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Tricks for cooking bitter melon so that the texture remains crunchy.
To cook bitter melon so that the texture remains crunchy, here are some tricks you can try.
1. Slice bitter melon thinly.
Cut the bitter melon into thin slices so it cooks more easily and quickly. The thinner the pieces of bitter melon, the faster the cooking process and the less likely it is to become mushy.
2. Soak in salt water.
Soak the bitter melon slices in salt water for about 15-20 minutes before cooking. This soak can help reduce the acidity and bitterness of bitter melon, and help maintain its crunchy texture.
3. Heat a frying pan with enough oil.
Make sure the pan is hot enough before adding the bitter melon. Cooking bitter melon in hot oil can help maintain its crunchy texture.
4. Stir fry quickly.
Stir fry the bitter melon quickly for just a few minutes. Don't cook it for too long so it doesn't become mushy.
5. Add herbs and spices.
Add herbs and spices such as garlic, ginger, or pepper to give bitter melon a better taste without sacrificing its texture.
6. Don't cover the pan while cooking.
Cooking the bitter melon without covering the pan can help avoid steam collecting which can make the bitter melon mushy.
By applying some of the tricks above, you can cook bitter melon with a texture that remains crispy and delicious.
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