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Bitter Melon

Bitter Melon (Momordica charantia) is a fruit that is sold in many Asian grocery stores. It can also found as a a nutritional supplement.
Bitter Melon Fact Sheet
What is bitter melon? Why do people use it? What are the potential side effects?
What Does Bitter Melon Look Like?
A photo of a bitter melon.
Bitter Melon Stirfry
A Chinese stirfry recipe featuring bitter melon.

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