{"product_id":"fresh-bitter-melon-500g","title":"Fresh Premium Bitter Melon (Goya) Approx. 500g - 600g","description":"\u003cp\u003eFreshly sourced premium bitter melon, perfect for home-cooked meals. Known for its thick, crisp flesh and a balanced bitterness with a refreshing sweet aftertaste, it is an ideal ingredient for both stir-fries and nourishing soups.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Selected Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chosen for its deep texture and firm shape to ensure thick flesh and a crisp texture without being hollow.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced Flavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offers a clean bitterness that finishes with a mild sweetness, making it approachable even for those new to bitter melon.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Cooking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for classic bitter melon with egg, refreshing salads, Cantonese-style slow-cooked soups, or Japanese tempura.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Halve lengthwise, remove seeds and pith, then slice. Can be stir-fried, used in soups, or blanched for salads. To reduce bitterness, lightly salt and drain before cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerate immediately upon receipt. Best consumed within 3-5 days for optimal moisture and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cozy nook Asian Grocer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42605949288519,"sku":null,"price":3.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0665\/3565\/3447\/files\/bitter-melon-fresh-front.jpg?v=1775569522","url":"https:\/\/cozy-nook.com.au\/en\/products\/fresh-bitter-melon-500g","provider":"Cozy nook Asian Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}