Best Method recommended method with best effort-to-efficacy tradeoff 4-5 days
Refrigerated
- Do not wash until ready to use
- Store in perforated plastic bag or crisper drawer
- Refrigerate
- Use while still firm
Protect your produce
This item is sensitive to ethylene gas, which is released by other produce.
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Revival Tips
Slightly soft bitter melon can still be cooked; trim any spoiled spots.
Fun Facts
- Bitter melon (bitter gourd) is prized in Asian cooking for its bitter flavor; it's often stuffed or stir-fried.