🍴 Food Apr 11, 2026 · Anikah Shaokat

Bitter Melon and Potato Stir-Fry

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Bitter Melon and Potato Stir-Fry
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Photo: Murray Hall • Food Styling: Anikah Shaokat
“Bitter melon has gotten bad PR for ages, even among those who grew up with it,” says food writer Anikah Shaokat. “In fact, I was the only kid I knew who couldn’t get enough of this craggly gourd.” Her favorite preparation is a Bangladeshi staple: bitter melon stir-fried with onions and potatoes and gently spiced with turmeric, coriander, and cumin. The key is to soak the gourd in salted water, which helps to temper its sharp bitterness, and pair

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