Okinawa Specialty | Bitter Melon Stir Fry
Goya Chanpuru is a bitter melon stir fry, a specialty of the Okinawa islands. Goya is bittermelon andchanpururefers to
something mixedin the Okinawan language. The goya is stir fried with egg, tofu, and protein, typically spam. Vegetables play a large roll in Okinawan cuisine, so the dish is more focused on the goya than the proteins. Spam is also a commonly enjoyed protein in the Okinawan diet. While not everyone can enjoy the dish at first, goya chanpuru is a signature local dish of Okinawa. Children generally start appreciating goya chanpuru once they are older and have a better appreciation for bitter flavors. Once a person is hooked on goya chanpuru, they'll understand why it's such a popular meal in Okinawa.
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