Bitter Melon
Cucumis sativus
Typically available from early spring through mid-summer. Check with your local store for current availability.
Oblong, bumpy, cucumber-like fruits are light green in color with a cream color interior surrounding seeds. Scoop out the seeds to use the bitter rind for cooking. Sharp flavor softens with cooking, absorbing flavors around it. Prized for it's uses in Chinese medicine and cuisine.
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Plant with Corn
