A CLOSER LOOK
How to recognize it
Chinese bitter melon is less spiky than the Indian form. Firm fruit has a seeded centre, which is removed for stuffing.
In the kitchen
Cut into rings and filled with minced pork for stuffed bitter melon.
Both Chinese and Indian forms can be used for stuffed preparations.
Ask about this ingredient
这道菜里有苦瓜吗？
Does this dish contain Bitter melon?
A few dishes to explore
These examples use this ingredient in typical or optional preparations. Open the dish to see the distinction; a restaurant’s recipe can differ.
