Stir-Fried Goya with Egg and Okinawan Tofu

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Bitter Okinawan goya melon stir-fried with silken tofu and scrambled eggs, creating a balanced dish rich in texture and umami. This Japanese-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs goya (bitter melon), silken tofu, large eggs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Japanese cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cut 1 medium goya melon in half lengthwise, scoop out seeds, and slice into thin 1/8-inch crescents. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt and let sit for 10 minutes to reduce bitterness, then rinse and pat dry.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add goya slices and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until edges start to brown and soften.
  3. Step 3: Gently crumble 7 oz silken tofu into large chunks and add to the skillet with the goya. Stir gently to combine and cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Beat 3 large eggs with 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then pour over the goya and tofu mixture. Let eggs cook undisturbed for 1 minute until edges set, then gently scramble together for another 1-2 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1/4 cup bonito flakes on top for added umami if desired. Serve warm.

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