Pare Doesn't Need to be Boiled or Salted, Just with 1 Kitchen Ingredient the Bitter Taste Will Disappear

Kapanlagi.com - Bitter melon is often processed into vegetables and served with rice and side dishes. The distinctive bitter taste of bitter melon comes from the alkaloid compound momordisin contained in its fruit and leaves. Although some people enjoy the bitter taste of bitter melon, others feel uncomfortable with it, making bitter melon a dish to be avoided.

For those who do not like the bitter taste of bitter melon, there are several cooking techniques that can reduce the bitter sensation. One method is to soak the bitter melon in salt or boil it using special ingredients. A simple method is also shared by a TikTok user named @bunpaokitchen, who does not use salt but other kitchen ingredients.

Let's find out more information, quoted from one of the TikTok users with the account @bunpaokitchen, on Wednesday (10/01/2024).

1. Ingredients Used

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Frying oil serves as a cooking ingredient used to fry bitter melon separately, without mixing it with other ingredients.

2. Step One

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Prepare the bitter melon to be processed, clean it, cut it according to your preference, and scrape out the insides. In a TikTok video by @bunpaokitchen, it can be seen that the bitter melon is thinly sliced, this action is done in preparation for the stir-frying process.

3. Step Two

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Next, prepare a pan and pour enough frying oil. Spread the oil evenly across the entire surface of the pan.

4. Step Three

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Then, turn on the flame on the stove and wait until the oil reaches a hot temperature. After the oil is hot, put in the cleaned and thinly sliced bitter gourd.

5. Step Four

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After putting the bitter gourd into the pan, sauté until wilted. It is important to continuously stir using a spatula to ensure even drying.

6. Step Five

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Finally, after the bitter gourd has undergone the drying process until wilted (without becoming too soft), lift it and place it aside temporarily.

The prepared bitter gourd can be processed again with various dishes. If stir-frying, choose the same pan. Add cooking oil, sauté the spices, and put in the previously cooked bitter gourd.

Based on information from the TikTok account @bunpaokitchen, this method is considered effective and easy in reducing the bitter taste of bitter gourd, so it is often used when processing the vegetable.

7. Can Vinegar Remove the Bitter Taste in Bitter Gourd?

One way to overcome the bitter taste in bitter gourd is by boiling it. Boil the bitter gourd slices with a mixture of vinegar, salt, and sugar in a ratio of 2 tablespoons each. Boil it briefly to maintain its nutritional value.

8. What Causes Bitter Gourd to Taste Bitter?

The bitter taste in bitter gourd is caused by the alkaloid compound momordisin, which belongs to the cucurbitacin group.

9. What are the Benefits of Bitter Gourd Decoction?

Bitter gourd decoction is also known to contain antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. It can help with skin problems, purify the blood, treat blood disorders, remove toxins from the blood, and improve blood circulation throughout the body.

10. Is it Good to Consume Bitter Melon Every Day?

Although bitter melon has several benefits, it is advisable to avoid excessive consumption as it is not recommended. Consuming bitter melon in excessive amounts can cause side effects.

11. Can People with Gastric Acid Eat Bitter Melon?

Bitter melon is not only beneficial for relieving constipation, but it can also reduce gastric acid problems such as heartburn, bloating, and feeling of being gassy.

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