What is Winter Melon and How to Cook it?

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while pork is often less expensive.

dried shrimp

🥗Healthier: fresh shrimp

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Fresh shrimp is lower in sodium, and canned tuna is a budget-friendly protein.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt

Tamari is gluten-free, while salt is a basic alternative.

goji berries

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: raisins

Dried cranberries are more accessible, and raisins are often less expensive.

Heat a wok over medium heat and add 1 and 1/2 tablespoons of oil.

Drain the dried shrimp and reserve the soaking liquid on the side.

Add the dried shrimp to the wok along with some diced garlic, chili flakes, and citron peppercorns, stirring for 2 minutes.

Add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce to the wok.

Add the wintermelon cubes and keep stirring for 3 minutes.

Pour in the shrimp soaking water and bring the pot to a boil.

Turn the heat to low and let it simmer for 6 to 8 minutes or until the texture becomes soft and tender.

Garnish with diced scallion before serving.

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