Bitter melon soup with minced meat, with its delicious and refreshing taste, will surely be a very reasonable choice on hot summer days. This soup dish is not only easy to make but also very nutritious. Let’s get into the kitchen and prepare these 2 bitter melon soup dishes with minced meat together with TasteVN!
1. Bitter melon soup (bitter gourd) with minced meat
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Preparation time
30 minutes
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Difficulty level
Easy
Ingredients for Bitter melon soup (bitter gourd) with minced meat Serves 4 people
Bitter melon 4 pieces Minced meat 150 g Spring onions 2 stalks Common seasoning a little (salt/ monosodium glutamate/ seasoning powder)
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How to prepare Bitter Melon Soup with minced meat
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Prepare the ingredients
After purchasing, wash the bitter melon thoroughly with water, then remove the seeds and slice or cut it into thin pieces and wash it again with water.
Chop off the roots of the green onions, wash them with clean water, and cut them into pieces about 2 finger lengths.
Reduce the bitterness of the bitter melon:- Method 1: To reduce the bitterness of the bitter melon, you can remove all the white pith inside. Doing this will significantly decrease the bitterness.
- Method 2: You can soak the bitter melon in ice water or put it in the refrigerator; the low temperature will lessen the bitterness. Additionally, this method also helps the bitter melon become crunchier and tastier.
- Method 3: Another simple way to reduce bitterness is to soak the bitter melon in salt for about 15 minutes. After that, rinse the bitter melon with clean water.
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Cook the soup
Place a pot on the stove, add 2 liters of water, and bring it to a boil.
Next, add 1 tablespoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of monosodium glutamate, 1 teaspoon of seasoning powder, and minced meat into the pot and cook until the soup boils again.
Tip: To make the soup clearer, you should skim off the foam when it comes to a boil!
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Cooking bitter melon soup with minced meat
After the soup has boiled, add the bitter melon and cook over medium heat for about 7 – 10 minutes until the bitter melon is cooked, then season it to taste.
Finally, add the chopped green onions and turn off the heat. You have completed it!
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Final product
Bitter melon soup with minced meat has an attractive aroma, the soup is rich and refreshing without being too bitter. Enjoying a bowl of bitter melon soup with minced meat on a hot, sultry day is just perfect, isn’t it!
In addition to the cooking method shared by TasteVN above, you can also refer to another recipe for cooking bitter melon soup with minced meat at home, which sister Trang directly went into the kitchen to perform:
See details: How to cook bitter melon soup with minced meat (recipe shared by a user)
2. Bitter melon soup with minced meat meatballs
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Preparation time
30 minutes
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Difficulty level
Easy
Ingredients for Bitter melon soup with minced meat meatballs Serves 4 people
Bitter melon 5 pieces Minced meat 150 gr Shallots 2 bulbs Green onions 1 stalk Fish sauce 2 teaspoons Cooking oil 1 tablespoon Common seasonings a little (salt/ monosodium glutamate/ seasoning powder/ ground pepper)
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How to make Bitter melon soup with minced meat meatballs
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Prepare the ingredients
After purchasing, wash the bitter melon thoroughly with water, then use a knife to cut the bitter melon in half and scrape out the seeds.
Next, slice the bitter melon thinly and wash it again with clean water.
Peel the shallots and cut them into thin slices.
Trim the roots off the green onions, wash them clean, and then chop them finely.
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Cooking Bitter Melon Soup
Place a pot on the stove, add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil, then add sliced shallots and sauté until fragrant.
Next, add 2 liters of water to the pot and cook on high heat until boiling.
Once the water is boiling, add the meatballs and season with 2 teaspoons of fish sauce, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of monosodium glutamate.
Finally, add the bitter melon and cook on medium heat for about 7 – 10 minutes until the bitter melon is cooked, then adjust the seasoning to taste, turn off the heat, and add chopped green onions.
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Final Product
So with just a few simple steps, you can complete the bitter melon soup with minced meat balls. The bitter melon soup has a refreshing broth, with sweetness from the meat and a slight bitterness characteristic of bitter melon, creating a perfect combination.
How to choose and buy good quality pork
- You should choose pork that has a normal smell and color, the meat should be dry without being slimy. It is advisable to buy lean ground meat to avoid too much fat.
- You should not choose pork that is bright red or has an unusual smell as this type of meat is often treated with chemicals.
- You can buy pre-ground pork or buy whole pieces and grind it at home using a meat grinder. However, it is important to find pork from reputable places or supermarkets to ensure safety and quality!
How to choose fresh and delicious bitter melon
- Choose fruits that are of moderate size with a long and balanced body. The skin should have a light green color and small, fine veins.
- You should avoid buying fruits that are bright green, dark, shiny-skinned, and have a swollen body. Because these fruits may have been treated with growth stimulants.
Above are detailed instructions for 2 ways to cook bitter melon soup with minced meat that are refreshing with simple recipes shared by TasteVN. Wishing you success in preparing a refreshing meal for your family!
*Refer to images and recipes from 2 YouTube channels Bb Kitty and Hà Nguyễn Thị Thanh
