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How to Cook Chinese Style Sauteed Ampalaya

Ginisang ampalaya or sauteed bitter melon is a popular Filipino vegetable dish. But the popular kind of ginisang ampalaya is with beaten eggs.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Vegetables Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: ginisang ampalaya
Servings: 2 to 4 servings
Calories: 112kcal
Author: Manny

Ingredients

  • 1/2 kilo ampalaya or bitter melon
  • 100 grams pork cut into cubes
  • 100 grams pork liver cut into strips
  • 3 Tbsp. tausi or salted blackbeans
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1 tsp. MSG or granulated seasonings
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch dissolved in 1 Tbsp. water
  • 2 Tbsp. cooking oil

Instructions

How to cook Chinese Style Sauteed Ampalaya:

  • Slice and halve the bitter melon and remove the seeds. Then slice into thick diagonal pieces.
  • Soak in water with a little salt for 10 to 15 minutes. Wash 2 times and drain to lessen the bitter taste. Do not squeeze. Set aside.
  • Heat oil in a pan and saute garlic until brown. Add onion and stir cook for 2 minutes. Then add pork and tausi.
  • Saute for a while and add 1/2 cup water. Cover and let boil till pork is tender and water has almost evaporated. Then add liver strips.
  • Stir cook for 2 minutes then add the ampalaya, pour in another 1/2 cup water. Cover and stir only once.
  • When ampalaya is half done, add dissolved cornstarch. Stir gently until the sauce thickens. Be careful not to overcook the ampalaya. Serve hot.