What are the methods for selecting bitter melon? Tips on how to make delicious tofu bitter melon soup

Bitter melon can be eaten cold, stir-fried, or made into soup, etc. It is nutritious and attractive in color. However, due to its special bitter taste, it is inedible if it is not cooked well. Now let us learn in detail the tips for making delicious tofu and bitter melon soup. In addition, it is also very important to choose good bitter melon, so let's see what are the methods for choosing bitter melon.

Contents of this article

1. What are the methods for selecting bitter melon?

2. Tips on how to make delicious tofu and bitter melon soup

3. Can eating bitter melon raw help you lose weight?

What are the methods for selecting bitter melon?

1. When purchasing bitter melon, focus on choosing products with dense and abundant lines. Compared with those with fewer lines, such bitter melons have a stronger taste.

2. The color of bitter melon is mostly emerald green, which means it is fresh. If you find that the surface of bitter melon is yellow, you should not buy it, because it is either old, dry, or has been stored for a long time.

3. Generally, choose bitter melons with large lumps and full and thick cuts. Such bitter melons have thick flesh, otherwise the flesh is thinner.

4. If the bitter gourd looks like a rice grain with pointed ends and a straight body, it means the quality of the bitter gourd is relatively good.

5. If conditions permit, you can peel it and see if the particles inside have turned red. If they have, it is not suitable to buy it, as the bitter gourd is old.

Tips on how to make delicious tofu and bitter melon soup

1. Wash the bitter gourd and tofu.

2. Cut a bitter gourd into two halves vertically, remove the seeds, and then slice it. Make sure the slices are a little thin, not too thick!

3. After cutting, pour cold water into the pot. After boiling, pour the bitter gourd into the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes. Then pour it into the sieve and rinse with cold water.

4. Then cut the tofu into pieces (it is best to buy slightly tender tofu) and set aside.

5. After preparation, heat the pan, add a small amount of oil, pour in cold water, after the water is hot, pour in the tofu and boil it, about 5-10 minutes, pour in the bitter gourd and cook for a few minutes, add salt (don’t put too much, keep it a little lighter), after a while, add the green onions if there are any, and remove from the pan!

Can eating bitter melon raw help you lose weight?

Eating bitter melon raw can help you lose weight. Bitter melon contains lipid-clearing substances, so eating it raw can help you lose weight, but it will only be effective if you eat 2 to 3 pieces raw every day. If you eat it cooked, by blanching it in boiling water or cooking it in hot oil, its bitterness will be reduced and most people will be able to accept the taste, but some of the nutrients in the bitter melon will be lost. If you can accept its bitter taste and your stomach does not feel uncomfortable, you can eat it raw. For some elderly people or diabetic patients who need to cook it until it is soft because of bad teeth, it is best to drink the soup of the bitter melon.