Stir-Fried Goya Champuru with Tofu and Pork Belly

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-20 · Updated 2026-05-20

A classic Okinawan stir-fry featuring the signature bitter melon balanced by tender pork belly and soft tofu, delivering a satisfying blend of textures and flavors. This japanese-inspired stir fry ready in about 30 minutes pairs medium (about 200g) bitter melon (goya), firm tofu, pork belly for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 medium (about 200g) bitter melon (goya)
• 200g firm tofu
• 150g pork belly
• 2 large eggs
• 1 small (about 80g) onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut 1 medium bitter melon in half lengthwise, scoop out seeds, then slice into thin half-moons about 1/8-inch thick. Soak in cold water for 10 minutes to reduce bitterness, then drain well.
2. Step 2: Press 200g firm tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1-inch cubes. Slice 150g pork belly into thin bite-sized pieces. Peel and thinly slice 1 small onion and mince 2 garlic cloves.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork belly pieces and cook for 4-5 minutes until browned and edges are crispy.
4. Step 4: Add minced garlic and sliced onion to the skillet with pork belly, sauté for 2 minutes until onion softens and garlic is fragrant.
5. Step 5: Add drained bitter melon slices to the skillet and stir-fry for 3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
6. Step 6: Gently add tofu cubes and stir carefully to avoid breaking, cook for 2 minutes until tofu is warmed through.
7. Step 7: Lightly beat 2 large eggs in a bowl, then pour evenly over the stir-fry. Allow eggs to set slightly for 1 minute, then gently scramble and mix with other ingredients.
8. Step 8: Season with 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir everything together and cook for another 1-2 minutes until flavors meld and eggs are fully cooked.