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How to Make Bitter Melon and Egg Pancakes: A Simple Guide

Bitter melon and egg pancakes are a nutritious and delicious dish, blending the bitterness of melon with the richness of eggs. Here’s an easy, step-by-step guide to making them.

### Ingredients

- 1 medium bitter melon (about 200g), seeds removed

- 2 eggs

- 50g all-purpose flour

- 1 tbsp soy sauce

- ½ tsp salt

- ¼ tsp white pepper (optional)

- 2 tbsp cooking oil (for frying)

- Optional: 1 minced garlic clove, chopped scallions

### Steps

1. Prepare the bitter melon: Slice the melon thinly (about 2mm thick). Soak in salted water for 10 minutes to reduce bitterness, then rinse and drain.

2. Mix the batter: In a bowl, beat eggs, then add flour, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth. Stir in the bitter melon slices and optional garlic/scallions.

3. Cook the pancakes: Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Pour ¼ cup of batter per pancake, spreading it into a circle. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the edges set, then flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden brown.

4. Serve: Transfer to a plate, cut into wedges, and enjoy warm with a drizzle of chili sauce or soy sauce.

These pancakes are crispy, savory, and packed with vitamins—a perfect balance of health and flavor! Adjust bitterness by soaking the melon longer or adding a pinch of sugar to the batter.