On 29 Jan 2009 06:56:44 GMT, Nick Cramer >
wrote:

>I really like it, Nicky. It's tenderer and sweeter than European broccoli
>and most of the dark green leafies I've eaten. Jun stir-fries it with a
>little Oyster sauce. Chinese restaurants steam it, then sprinkle some
>Oyster sauce on when they serve it. I only know it as a side dish like
>that.

Sounds good! I might give it a try. Lovely easy cooking method.

>Have you tried Bitter Melon (which isn't bitter)?

ROFL! Oh yes it is - seriously, pucker your mouth for a week
bitter... it needs to be brined before you even think about using it,
although for some reason the dried stuff is far less so. Yes, when I
can get it, I make an excellent Indian pickle with it, or sometimes
add it to a stir fry. I'm a little bit careful with amounts, though,
because it's a beta cell stimulator. The Indian name is karela.

Nicky.
T2 dx 05/04 + underactive thyroid
D&E, 100ug thyroxine
Last A1c 5.3% BMI 25