How to Cook Bitter Melon - Cooking Times

Compare cooking times and preparation for Bitter Melon. Times vary with portion size, cut and heating conditions; check the tips for each method below.

Fruit Vegetables

Season: Summer

Preparation

Cut in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds and pith with a spoon

Cooking Times by Method

Raw

Thinly slice and rub with salt. Soak in water if bitterness is too strong

Boil

1-2 min

From boiling water

Thinly slice and blanch briefly. Add salt and sugar to reduce bitterness

Stir-fry

2-3 min

Goya champuru is the classic dish. High heat, cook quickly

Microwave

1.5-2 min

Thinly sliced, 100g at 600W. Bitterness becomes milder

Steam

3-4 min

Bitterness is slightly reduced

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Storage Time Guide

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Bitter Melon Cooking FAQs

How long to boil Bitter Melon?

Boil Bitter Melon for 1-2 min (From boiling water). Thinly slice and blanch briefly. Add salt and sugar to reduce bitterness

How long to microwave Bitter Melon?

Microwave Bitter Melon for 1.5-2 min. Thinly sliced, 100g at 600W. Bitterness becomes milder

How long to stir-fry Bitter Melon?

Stir-fry Bitter Melon for 2-3 min. Goya champuru is the classic dish. High heat, cook quickly

How long to steam Bitter Melon?

Steam Bitter Melon for 3-4 min. Bitterness is slightly reduced

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