Goya Chanpuru

Thin crescents of bitter melon bring a bite that stays noticeable even after they have been tossed with island tofu and egg. Goya chanpuru is an Okinawan household dish as well as a restaurant order. The MAFF reference recipe uses as much tofu by weight as bitter melon, with a smaller quantity of pork and beaten eggs. That balance is a useful clue when you order. A good plate gives the tofu and melon their own texture instead of folding everything into the egg.