Mushroom Goya Champuru

Mushroom Goya Champuru is a vibrant and nutritious stir-fry that combines the unique bitterness of goya (bitter melon) with a medley of mushrooms and tofu, creating a satisfying vegetarian main dish. This dish is not only flavorful but also packed with health benefits, making it a delightful addition to any meal.

Mushroom Goya Champuru
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Japanese
250 kcal

Ingredients

  • Goya (bitter melon) - 150 grams
  • Firm tofu - 200 grams
  • Shiitake mushrooms - 100 grams
  • Enoki mushrooms - 100 grams
  • Garlic - 2 cloves
  • Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
  • Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Green onions - 2 stalks

Steps

  1. Slice the goya in half lengthwise, remove the seeds, and thinly slice it into half-moons.
  2. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut it into bite-sized cubes.
  3. Clean the shiitake mushrooms and slice them. Trim the enoki mushrooms and set aside.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Add the garlic, minced, and sauté until fragrant.
  5. Add the cubed tofu to the pan and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.
  6. Add the sliced goya and shiitake mushrooms to the pan, stirring occasionally, and cook for about 5 minutes until they soften.
  7. Stir in the enoki mushrooms and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  8. Pour the soy sauce and sesame oil over the vegetables and tofu, mixing well. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  9. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Protein: 15 g
  • Carbs: 20 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin C and potassium.
  • Contains antioxidants that may help reduce inflammation and support overall health.

Tags

JapaneseVegetarianMain Dish
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