A bitter vegetable commonly used in South and Southeast Asia, China, Caribbean, and Africa. Resembling a bumpy skinned cucumber, the melon is usually green in color, though sometimes yellow or orange.

Bitter melon is believed to aide in digestion and to combat malaria.

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Winter Melon

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To help remove the bitter taste, after chopping the bitter melon, you can soak it in water with a little salt for at least 30 minutes.

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