Goya champuru is an Okinawan bitter melon stir fry recipe that combines sliced goya, tofu, egg, and savory meat into a bold but balanced 25 minute meal. The key trick is usually salting the bitter melon or rubbing it with salt before rinsing, which helps soften the sharp bitterness while keeping its fresh crunch. The stir fry often includes firm tofu, pork belly, spam, bacon, or sliced pork, cooked with eggs, soy sauce, dashi, mirin, sesame oil, bonito flakes, and black pepper for deep umami flavor. The tofu adds softness, the egg makes the dish richer, and the meat brings a salty savory bite that balances the goya. The final goya champuru is hearty, slightly bitter, mild enough to enjoy, and easy to serve with steamed rice, miso soup, pickles, or other Japanese home-style side d
