2sprigs of coriander(cilantro) including stems, roughly cut into 1 to 2 cm lengthwise
Instructions
Wash the bitter melon and cut into half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scrape out the seeds and white pith completely.
Slice the bitter melon lengthwise into 1cm thick pieces.
Combine the chicken pieces with the marinade in a large bowl and mix well.
Prepare and mix the sauce ingredients except the potato starch mixture in a separate bowl. Set aside.
Heat up a wok with 4 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, pan-fry the bitter melon on medium heat for 2 minutes. Remove and set aside. Clean wok with kitchen paper towel.
Add another 4 tablespoons of oil to the wok, then add garlic and ginger, stir-fry until lightly golden on low heat.
Add all the chicken pieces and stir-fry for 2 minutes on high heat.
Then add the sauce mixture prepared in step 4 and stir-fry for 2 minutes on high heat. Then add the potato starch mixture and bring to a boil.
Return the bitter melon to the wok and continue to stir-fry until the sauce thickens and the dish is heated through. Turn off the heat.
Garnish with some coriander (cilantro) and serve immediately with rice. For paleo diet, serve with cauliflower rice.
Chinese bitter melons can be purchased from Asian groceries shop or local specialty fruits and vegetables shop.To reduce the bitterness of the melon, simply scatter the bitter melon slices with generous amount of salt and wait for 10 minutes. Then gently wash and rinse thoroughly with cold water and drain well.
Nutrition Facts
Chicken and Bitter Melon Stir Fry
Serving Size
1 person
Amount per Serving
Calories
399.26
% Daily Value*
Fat
23.33
g
36
%
Saturated Fat
3.56
g
22
%
Trans Fat
0.02
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2.66
g
Monounsaturated Fat
15.1
g
Cholesterol
106.67
mg
36
%
Sodium
483.9
mg
21
%
Potassium
744.98
mg
21
%
Carbohydrates
7.81
g
3
%
Fiber
1.05
g
4
%
Sugar
2.13
g
2
%
Protein
35.94
g
72
%
Vitamin A
241.13
IU
5
%
Vitamin C
28.83
mg
35
%
Calcium
19.92
mg
2
%
Iron
0.97
mg
5
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.