Bitter Gourd Stir-fried with Beef

This dish brings together the subtle earthy taste of bitter gourd with the rich savory flavor of tender beef creating a balanced meal that is both nutritious and satisfying. The soft texture of the gourd contrasts nicely with the juicy bite of the beef making it a delightful choice for your next cooking adventure. A […]

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Prep
9m
Cook
16m
Total
25m
Servings
2
Difficulty
Easy
Spice
1/5
Cuisine
Chinese

IngredientsWhat you'll need for Bitter Gourd Stir-fried with Beef

Ingredient Amount
bitter gourd (kugua)
beef
  • bitter gourd (kugua)
  • beef

Cooking StepsHow to cook Bitter Gourd Stir-fried with Beef step by step

  1. Bitter Gourd Stir-fried with Beef
    Step 1

    Slice the beef, then marinate with light soy sauce, sliced ginger, and cornstarch — mix well and set aside. Slice the bitter gourd. Bring a pot of water to a boil, add a splash of oil, salt, and cooking wine, then blanch the bitter gourd slices until just cooked. (For a lighter flavour, you can skip the blanching and let the bitter gourd stir-fry in the next step to absorb more seasoning.)

  2. Bitter Gourd Stir-fried with Beef
    Step 2

    Heat the wok, then add cold oil. Slide in the marinated beef and stir-fry until just set. Add the blanched bitter gourd and toss quickly. Season with sugar and salt, stir-fry over high heat until evenly coated, and serve immediately.

Bitter Gourd Stir-fried with Beef

This dish brings together the subtle earthy taste of bitter gourd with the rich savory flavor of tender beef creating a balanced meal that is both nutritious and satisfying. The soft texture of the gourd contrasts nicely with the juicy bite of the beef making it a delightful choice for your next cooking adventure. A […]

Ingredients

  • bitter gourd (kugua)
  • beef

Instructions

  1. Slice the beef, then marinate with light soy sauce, sliced ginger, and cornstarch — mix well and set aside. Slice the bitter gourd. Bring a pot of water to a boil, add a splash of oil, salt, and cooking wine, then blanch the bitter gourd slices until just cooked. (For a lighter flavour, you can skip the blanching and let the bitter gourd stir-fry in the next step to absorb more seasoning.)

  2. Heat the wok, then add cold oil. Slide in the marinated beef and stir-fry until just set. Add the blanched bitter gourd and toss quickly. Season with sugar and salt, stir-fry over high heat until evenly coated, and serve immediately.

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