Bitter Melon with Eggs
Bitter Melon with Eggs is a classic Chinese home-style stir-fry featuring thinly sliced bitter melon (苦瓜) and scrambled eggs, often seasoned with garlic, salt, and a touch of soy sauce. It is a quick, savory dish popular in Cantonese and other regional cuisines, known for its distinctive balance of bitter and savory flavors.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is relatively low in carbohydrates and moderate in protein from the eggs, providing vitamins like vitamin C and folate from the bitter melon. A typical serving (about 1 cup) ranges from 150 to 200 calories, depending on oil usage.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbs | 10 g |
| Fat | 11 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 400 mg |
| Vitamin C | 80 mg |
| Vitamin A | 1200 IU |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Calcium | 80 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.4 mg |
| Folate | 60 mcg |
| Magnesium | 35 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Bitter melon is prized in Chinese cuisine not just for its unique taste but also for its traditional association with cooling the body during hot weather. Nutritionally, it contains compounds like charantin, which have been studied for potential blood sugar-regulating properties.
