Description
A vibrant and nutritious salad that showcases bitter melon alongside fresh vegetables for a refreshing experience.
Ingredients
- 2 large bitter melons (bitter gourds)
- 2 tomatoes, sliced
- 2 onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup drinking water
- 1/2 cup vinegar
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Anchovies (Dilis) for topping
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Slice the tomatoes and onions into thin pieces.
- Heat oil in a skillet and fry the anchovies until crispy, then set them aside.
- Cut the bitter melons in half, remove the seeds, and slice them thinly. Squeeze the slices in a bowl to release some juices, rinse with water to reduce bitterness, then strain.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the bitter melon, sliced tomatoes, and onions.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the drinking water, vinegar, pepper, salt, and sugar. Pour this sauce over the vegetable mixture and toss gently.
- Serve the salad in a bowl and top with crispy anchovies if desired.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for future enjoyment.
Notes
Adjust the bitterness of the melon with salt water or allow the salad to sit for better flavor melding. Use high-quality vinegar for enhanced taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian