Black Bitter Melon of Mohai

Black Bitter Melon of Mohai

　　Bitter Melon

　　Bitter melon, also known as cool melon, is a plant of the Cucurbitaceae family. The Black Bitter Melon of Mohai, as a renowned local specialty, has a long history of cultivation. It is mainly grown along the banks of the Longdongqing River in Qingming Village, surrounded by verdant hills and clear waters. The secluded valley of Longdongqing is tranquil, filled with the sweet chirping of birds, while sweet and refreshing spring water gushes from between the rocks, nurturing the unique quality of Mohai’s black bitter melon. Visually, the fruit is large, plump, and emerald green, resembling jade. When eaten, its flesh is delicate, crisp, and tender, with a slight bitterness yet a refreshing and lingering aftertaste. It can be cooked in various ways—pan-fried, stir-fried, steamed, boiled, or served cold. Renowned for its superior quality, distinctive flavor, high yield, and ability to be cultivated year-round, it has earned its name. Mohai Black Bitter Melon is rich in Vitamin B, Vitamin C, calcium, iron, as well as bitter melon glycosides, protein-like active substances, insulin-like active substances, and various amino acids. It helps dispel summer heat, clear heart heat and improve vision, invigorate qi and strengthen yang, reduce fat and aid weight loss, and has significant blood sugar-lowering effects. It also offers certain antiviral and anti-cancer benefits, making it highly favored by consumers.