Ensaladang Ampalaya (Vegan Bitter Melon Salad)
Ensaladang ampalaya is a Filipino side dish made with raw bitter melon, tomatoes and onion. It is served alongside fried or grilled food and steamed rice.
Ingredients
- 200 grams bitter melon sliced thinly
- 1-2 tbsp salt
- 1 small red onion sliced
- 4-5 plum tomatoes sliced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari sauce or non-vegan/vegetarian alternatives
- ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the bitter melon in half, scoop the seeds out and slice thinly.
- Place in a bowl, sprinkle with salt, toss to coat evenly then leave to sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, slice the tomatoes and onion respectively and set aside.
- After 10 to 15 minutes, rinse the bitter melon and squeeze the water out gently.
- In a clean bowl, combine all the ingredients. Toss well and taste. Serve and enjoy.