Bitter melon is a food with a sweet and bitter taste, so it may not be preferred by everyone. However, don't dismiss it just because it is bitter. The more bitter the bitter melon is, the higher its nutritional value and the better its heat-clearing effect. There are many ways to consume bitter melon, and using it to make porridge is also highly nutritious. Today, I will share a method for making bitter melon soup, which has the effect of clearing heat and reducing fire, making it very suitable for summer consumption! Let's learn it together! This summer, you will have one more recipe to beat the heat - bitter melon soup.
Ingredients for making bitter melon soup:
- Half a bitter melon - Some ham - Some egg whites - A little salt - A little sesame oil - Some starch - Some vegetable oil
Simple steps for making bitter melon soup:
1. Wash the bitter melon, cut it open vertically, remove the core, and chop it into small pieces. Finely chop the ham.
2. Heat a frying pan, add oil, and heat it until it is 50% hot. Add the bitter melon and stir-fry.
3. Add water, bring it to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium heat and add the ham.
4. Add a little salt and starch water, pour in the egg whites, and turn off the heat.
5. Drizzle with sesame oil, and it's ready to serve.
