Goya Chanpuru
Goya Chanpuru is a classic Okinawan stir-fry that typically features bitter melon (goya), tofu (often firm or fried), pork, and egg, all quickly cooked together. It's a staple of Okinawan home cooking and izakaya menus, known for its distinctive bittersweet flavor profile.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally balanced, offering a good mix of plant-based protein from tofu, animal protein from pork, and fiber from the bitter melon. A typical serving provides roughly 250-350 calories, with moderate fat content depending on the amount of pork and oil used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbs | 10 g |
| Fat | 11 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 620 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin C | 45 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 µg RAE |
| Calcium | 90 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin K | 35 µg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Zinc | 1.8 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Goya Chanpuru is a quintessential example of Okinawan 'chanpuru' (mixed) cuisine, which reflects the island's history of resourcefulness and cultural blending. The bitter melon is prized not just for its unique taste but also for its purported health benefits in Okinawan folk medicine.
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