1 head of choy sum (Chinese flowering
cabbage) or 1lb (450g) purple sprouting
broccoli
2 heads of pak choy or bok choy
1 tbsp vegetable oil
3 garlic cloves, crushed
2in (5cm) piece of fresh ginger, grated
4oz (115g) green beans, trimmed
½ cup bean sprouts, rinsed
handful of fresh mint leaves
handful of fresh cilantro leaves
salt and freshly ground black pepper
For the sauce
1 tbsp sambal oelek
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp hoisin sauce
1Cut the stems of the choy sum into 2in (5cm) lengths and separate
the leaves. Cut the pak choy in half lengthwise, then cut each half into
4 wedges through the base.
2To make the sauce, combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan, and
reduce over high heat for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat.
3Heat a wok over medium-high heat and add the oil. Stir-fry the garlic and
ginger for about 30 seconds until golden brown and fragrant. Add the choy
sum stems, pak choy, green beans, reduced sauce, and 1 tbsp water, and stir-fry
for 2 minutes. Next add the choy sum leaves and stir-fry for a further minute or
until tender. Add the sprouts, mint, and cilantro, stirring and tossing for
30 seconds until wilted.
4Taste a little of the vegetables with the sauce, and adjust the seasoning
to taste. Season with salt and pepper. It should be hot and spicy, but with
a balance of salty, sour, and sweet flavors. Serve immediately.
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