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Veggie Cutlets with Ampalaya (Bittergourd)

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Chef :

Chef Marie Ruth Roman

Veggie Cutlets with Ampalaya (Bittergourd)

Ampalaya, or bitter gourd, became a huge hit among herbal medicine advocates in the late 90s and early 2000s for its anti-diabetic properties.

Cooking instructions

* Step 1

Marinate veggie Cutlets in soy sauce, half of the cornstarch and a dash of salt and pepper for 10 to 15 minutes. In a wok, heat cooking oil and stir fry the veggie cutlets in batches until color changes to brown and start to sizzle, set aside.

* Step 2

Using the same wok sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.

* Step 3

Add in the ampalaya and stir cook for 1 to 2 minutes then add in 1/2 to 1 cup of water. Continue to cook another 3 to 5 minutes or until the ampalaya is just cooked.

* Step 4

Add in the veggie cutlets and oyster sauce and stir cook for another 2 to 3 minutes.

* Step 5

Thicken sauce with the remaining cornstarch diluted in 1/4 cup of water, cook for another half a minute until sauce thickens. Correct saltines if required.

* Step 6

Serve hot with a lot of rice and enjoy!

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