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Ampalaya
Bitter gourd is a young, tender, edible fruit-pod in the Momordica genus of climbing vines. Although its bitter taste might turn some people away, nonetheless, it truely can sweeten your health through virtue of its disease preventing and health promoting phytochemical compounds.
Health Benefits of Ampalaya or Bitter Gourd.
1. Helps in maintaining blood sugar levels
2. Lowers bad cholesterol levels
3. For glowing skin and lustrous hair
4. Cures hangovers and cleanses the liver
5. Helps in weight loss
6. Boosts your immune system
7. Great for your eyes
Recommended Dish: Ginisang Ampalaya
Ingredients:
● 2 pieces ampalaya cleaned and cut into thin slices
● 1 tbsp garlic minced
● 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
● salt to taste
● 2 raw eggs
● 18 ounces luke warm water
● 1 tomato sliced
● 1 onion sliced
● 3 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions:
1. Place the ampalaya in a large bowl
2. Add salt and lukewarm water then leave for 5 minutes
3. Place the ampalaya in a cheesecloth then squeeze tightly until all liquid drips
4. Heat the pan and place the cooking oil
5. Saute the garlic, onion, and tomato
6. Add the ampalaya mix well with the other ingredients
7. Put-in salt and pepper to taste
8. Beat the eggs and pour over the ampalaya then let the eggs cook partially
9. Mix the egg with the other ingredients
10. Serve hot. Share and Enjoy!
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