Ginisang Ampalaya (Sauteed Bitter Melon) Ingredients:

1 bitter melon (ampalaya); sliced
2 eggs; beaten
3 cloves garlic; minced
1 medium onion; sliced
1 medium tomato; sliced
Salt to taste
Cooking oil

Ginisang Ampalaya (Sauteed Bitter Melon) Procedures:

• In a bowl, beat eggs and season with salt to taste.

• Soak ampalaya in salted water for 5-10 minutes to lessen the bitter taste. Wash, drain, and set aside.

• Saute garlic, onion, and tomato.

• When tomato is soft, add ampalaya and salt to taste.

• Stir occasionally until ampalaya is tender but do not overcook.

• Pour eggs and stir with the mixture.

• Cook until eggs are scrambled or until dish is done.

COOKING TIPS:

• You can also add sauteed pork, sausage, shrimp, or any meat ingredients of your choice into the dish.