Indian Bitter Melon
Seasonality:
- January
- Low
- February
- Low
- March
- Low
- April
- Low
- May
- Low
- June
- Low
- July
- Low
- August
- Low
- September
- Low
- October
- Low
- November
- Low
- December
- None
- January
- Low
- February
- Low
- March
- Low
- April
- Low
- May
- Low
- June
- Low
- July
- Low
- August
- Low
- September
- Low
- October
- Low
- November
- Low
- December
- None
- January
- Low
- February
- Low
- March
- Low
- April
- Low
- May
- Low
- June
- Low
- July
- Low
- August
- Low
- September
- Low
- October
- Low
- November
- Low
- December
- None
Uses:
Indian Bitter Melon is actually a member of the squash family. Resembling a bumpy cucumber, Indian Bitter Melon is much smaller than Chinese Bitter Melon. It is only 4 to 5 inches in length and the grooved yellow-green to dark green skin holds a fibrous, seed-filled core. Its slightly sour flavor becomes quite bitter upon ripening. This bitter or quinine flavor is often combined with garlic or chile. It is used in soups, curries, stir-fry, or can be steamed and braised.
Selection, Storage & Handling:
Look for firm Bitter Melon with no soft spots. The lighter green denotes a much milder taste. Store loose in a paper or plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to one week.
For availability, please use our store locator or contact us at 1.800.588.0151 and/or hotline@melissas.com.
