Lower your blood sugar naturally, soothe digestive disorders, and prevent infections — even cancer. With these capabilities, it’s no wonder bitter melon is considered a superfood. But chances are, you ...

Cut the bitter melon in ½ lengthwise. Use the tip of a large spoon to scrape out the seeds and fibrous material in the middle. Slice the bitter melon crosswise to ¼ inch thickness and place it in a ...

As its name promises, bitter melon is very bitter. Angela Dimayuga salts it to tame its bitterness and pairs it with raw tart, crisp green tomato. This dish is too intense to eat on its own; it serves ...

However it’s prepared, bitter melon is more backup artist than lead vocalist, used to counterbalance the richness of the main ingredient rather than outshine it. Bitter melon is a common ingredient in ...

This hearty Filipino pork stew is quick to make and features bitter melon, aptly named for its bitter flavour. The bitterness is balanced with the traditional Bagoong sauce, a condiment made from ...

Karen Man, the former co-owner and pastry chef of the renowned but-now-shuttered Oxheart restaurant, walked into my house one morning recently for a cup of chai. She also brought with her a small ...

In their book “Cooking From the Heart,” Sheng Yang and Sami Scripter offer more than 100 traditional Hmong recipes. Yang likes this soup because it’s refreshing. She says while western culture might ...

Despite its name, bitter melon is widely enjoyed, especially when it is cooked with richer flavours that balance its bitter flavour. serves Also known as bitter gourd is a type of fruit that is ...

Bitter melon soup pairs the sharp taste of the melon with pork and fish, a symbolic dish for Tet in southern Vietnam that speaks to overcoming hardships. Bitter melon soup holds cultural significance ...

The bitter melon contains various healthy nutrients that can prevent diseases and enhance one’s health. It is rich in vitamin C and low in calories. Several Asian and African herbal centers have been ...

For the ones who don't like the sharp bitter flavour of karela, here we an interesting karela recipe that is not just delicious but also can be prepared in just minutes! Read on. Across Asia, bitter ...