Nutrition Facts

Per serving. If servings isn't set, the recipe counts as 4.

Calories 269kcal 13%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Carbohydrates 24g 8%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 10g 20%
Protein 8g 16%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 347mg 14%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Stir-Fried Bitter Melon and Eggplant with Miso

Name: Stir-Fried Bitter Melon and Eggplant with Miso
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 4 inches bitter melon (bitter gourd or goya) (I use ½ of the Chinese variety that has pale green skin with smooth bumps); 2 Japanese eggplants (or 1 Chinese eggplant, which is typically longer); 1 inch ginger; 2 Tbsp neutral oil (divided; plus more, if needed); 1 Tbsp miso; 1 Tbsp mirin; ½ Tbsp soy sauce; ½ Tbsp sake

Prep 5m

Cook 10m

Total 15m

This stir-fried dish features bitter melon, eggplant, and miso for a savory and unique flavor combination. The bitterness of the melon is balanced by the savory miso and umami soy sauce. It's a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for a healthy and flavorful weeknight meal.