Bitter Melon and Tofu Scramble
This dish offers a unique and refreshing start to your day, combining the pleasant bitterness of fresh bitter melon with savory scrambled tofu. It's a light yet satisfying breakfast that challenges traditional sweet breakfast palates.
Prep Time
20 min
Difficulty
Easy
Servings
2
Calories
150 kcal
Instructions
- 1
Halve the bitter melon lengthwise and scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Thinly slice the bitter melon.
~3 min - 2
Blanch the sliced bitter melon in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process and reduce bitterness.
~3 min - 3
Crumble the firm tofu into a bowl using your hands or a fork.
~1 min - 4
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the blanched bitter melon and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
~2 min - 5
Add the crumbled tofu to the pan. Cook, stirring and breaking up any large clumps, for about 5 minutes until lightly golden.
~5 min - 6
Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
~2 min - 7
Serve hot.
Tips
- To further reduce bitterness, you can soak the sliced bitter melon in salt water for 10-15 minutes after blanching, then rinse thoroughly before cooking.
- This dish is excellent served with a side of congee or plain rice for a more substantial breakfast.
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