If you’re like me, you’re probably avoiding ampalaya or bitter gourd. But let me tell you that there is a way to make them more interesting– like stuffing them with pork! Turn those bitter vegetables into an appetizing dish! Learn this Stuffed Ampalaya recipe here:
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 pcs ampalaya, cored and sliced 2 inches crosswise
- 1 lb ground pork
- ¾ cup carrots, minced
- 1 cup bread, shredded
- 1 pc raw egg
- 1 pc medium onion, minced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
HOW TO COOK:
- Preheat the oven to 375 F or 190 C.
- Combine the ground pork, onion, carrots, bread, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and egg in a large bowl.
- Mix all the ingredients well.
- Stuff the pork mixture into the ampalaya slices.
- Grease a baking pan, and arrange the stuffed ampalaya.
- Place baking pan inside the oven, and bake for 22 to 26 minutes pr until the meat is cooked.
- Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving plate. Enjoy!
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Also try: Pork Ampalaya With Oyster Sauce