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Chinese Stir-Fried Bitter Melon with Eggs (Ku Gua Chao Ji Dan, )

🍳 Chinese Stir-Fried Bitter Melon with Eggs (Ku Gua Chao Ji Dan, )




Bitter melon stir-fried with eggs is a classic Chinese homestyle dish that balances the slightly bitter flavor of the melon with the richness of scrambled eggs. This dish is simple, nutritious, and refreshing—perfect for summer meals.

🛒 Ingredients

  • Bitter melon (Ku Gua): 1 large (about 300 g / 10 oz)

  • Eggs: 3–4 large

  • Garlic: 2 cloves, sliced

  • Salt: ½ tsp (divided)

  • Light soy sauce: 1 tsp

  • White pepper: a pinch (optional)

  • Cooking oil: 2–3 tbsp

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1. Prepare the Bitter Melon

  1. Wash the bitter melon thoroughly.

  2. Slice it in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and white pith with a spoon.

  3. Slice the melon into thin half-moons.

  4. To reduce bitterness, sprinkle ¼ tsp salt over the slices, rub gently, and let sit for 10 minutes. Rinse and drain.

Step 2. Beat the Eggs

  1. Crack the eggs into a bowl.

  2. Add a pinch of salt and a splash of water (or milk) for fluffier texture.

  3. Beat well until smooth.

Step 3. Stir-Fry the Eggs

  1. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok or frying pan over medium-high heat.

  2. Pour in the beaten eggs, let them set slightly, then scramble gently until just cooked.

  3. Remove the eggs from the pan and set aside.

Step 4. Cook the Bitter Melon

  1. Add 1–2 tbsp oil into the same wok.

  2. Toss in garlic slices and stir-fry until fragrant.

  3. Add the bitter melon slices and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes, until they turn bright green and slightly tender.

Step 5. Combine and Season

  1. Return the scrambled eggs to the wok.

  2. Add light soy sauce and a pinch of white pepper.

  3. Stir-fry everything together for another 30–60 seconds, mixing well.

Step 6. Serve

  1. Transfer to a plate and serve hot with steamed rice.

  2. Enjoy the refreshing bitterness balanced with the soft richness of the eggs.

🍴 Tips

  • If you like a stronger flavor, you can add a splash of oyster sauce.

  • To reduce bitterness further, blanch the melon slices briefly in boiling water before stir-frying.

  • This dish tastes best when the eggs stay fluffy and the melon remains slightly crisp.


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