Hello everyone! Today we are going to talk about a recipe that is a little difficult, which is to mix bitter gourd. Did you quickly retreat as soon as you heard the word "bitter melon"? Don't worry, I'm here to show you how to make a delicious bitter gourd toss that will give you a taste of that special bitterness!
First of all, you need to prepare these materials:
A small bitter gourd, a few cloves of garlic (a little more), an appropriate amount of soy sauce, an appropriate amount of vinegar, a little sugar, an appropriate amount of sesame oil, an appropriate amount of salt, and an appropriate amount of chili oil (friends who like spicy can consider putting some).
Here's how:
The first step is to deal with the bitter gourd: then wash the bitter gourd first, remove both ends, then cut it in half, and use a spoon to dig out the seeds and white film inside. This step is very important, because these two things are the most bitter part of the bitter gourd!
The second step, slicing: cut the processed bitter gourd into slender and long strips, which is more convenient for the taste.
Step 3, pickling: Sprinkle the cut bitter gourd with some salt, stir well, and marinate for about ten minutes. This will help you lighten the bitter taste of bitter gourd a little bit.
The fourth step is to prepare the seasoning: crush or mince the garlic, add soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, sesame oil and if you like spicy, add some chili oil (forget if you don't have it), stir well, and make a sauce mixed with bitter gourd.
Step 5: Mix well: Rinse the pickled bitter gourd with water, wring out the water, put it in the prepared sauce bowl, and mix them well with chopsticks or hands, so that each bitter gourd can be coated with sauce.
Step 6, Plating: Put the mixed bitter gourd on the plate, make it look good, and make people want to eat it.
Finally, it is advised: this bitter gourd is a refreshing and appetizing cold dish to eat in summer, after pickling and blending the taste, the bitterness of the bitter gourd is nothing compared to before, and the bitter gourd itself is rich in those nutrients, such as vitamins and minerals, are still there, which is particularly beneficial to health. Oh yes, the bitter taste of bitter gourd also helps to promote gastrointestinal motility and increase appetite, even in summer.
As for the tips for choosing bitter gourd: you just choose the one with a green and bright surface, few melon seeds and a full one, this kind of bitter gourd has a tender taste and a proper bitter taste. In addition to the pickling method mentioned above, you can also try to soak it in cold water for a while after cutting, or blanch it in hot water. For example, in addition to traditional soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar, you can also try to put some sesame butter and peanut butter to make the texture and taste more varied. Of course, what other vegetables to go with is also completely up to your preference, such as carrots, cucumbers, these with bitter gourd is also very good, can increase the visual effect and enhance the taste. However, I still have to remind that although bitter gourd has many benefits, that level of bitterness may not be tolerated by everyone, so it is recommended that you eat it in moderation and gradually get used to its unique flavor.
Okay, by now you should have mastered all the secrets of bitter gourd**! Doesn't it feel like bitter gourd is not as scary as before? Then get your hands on it and let your tongue go on a culinary adventure like never before! Don't forget to follow, support, like, comment, oh, we want more people to fall in love with the delicious dish of bitter gourd!