Kathy 2 Bean Sprout Salad Zwt Ii Asia Food

BANH XEO VIETNAMESE BEAN SPROUT PANCAKE

Steps:

• Use the peanut oil or other neutral tasting oil.
• Press the tofu to remove as much water as possible.
• Peel and slice onions.
• Slice the mushrooms. Wash sprouts and set aside to drain.
• The tofu should be 1/4 inch square and 2 inches long when you slice it.
• Now heat oil over high heat and place the mushroom, tofu and onion in a single layer on bottom of pan. Saute over high heat until vegetables are browned on bottom.
• Whisk flour, turmeric, water and milk to form thin batter. When tofu is ready add batter to pan slowly. You don't want the veggies to float to the edges. And tilt carefully to distribute batter evenly.
• Cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Place sprouts on 1/2 pancake and cook for two or three more minutes until you see the underside of pancake is golden and crispy when you check edges.
• Fold pancake over sprouts and slide onto serving plate.
• Make sure each person gets lettuce and mint leaves. TO eat cut off pieces [bite size]and wrap in lettuce leaf with mint and a bit of chili sauce.
• Do not depend on the time. Use desired results to tell you when the next step or when it is done.

MUNG BEAN SPROUT SALAD

Steps:

• In a 5- to 6-quart pan over high heat, bring 2 quarts water to a boil.
• Add 1 pound rinsed mung bean sprouts and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
• Cook until sprouts begin to wilt but still retain a slight crunch, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain well and pour into a bowl.
• Add 2 tablespoons white distilled vinegar, 2 tablespoons Asian sesame oil, 1 tablespoon sugar, and salt and pepper to taste.
• Serve at room temperature or cold.
• Shortly before serving, sprinkle mung bean sprout salad with about 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds.

CASHEW DIPPING SAUCE (ZWT II - ASIA)

Steps:

• In a blender or food processor, combine the cashews & peanut oil. Mix till a paste is formed (scrape down the sides periodically).
• Add the remaining ingredients & blend till smooth.
• NOTE: Dipping sauce may be made up to 4 dys ahead of time if kept chilled & covered. Before serving, return sauce to room temperature.

CHINESE CABBAGE AND BEAN SPROUT SALAD

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients for salad together in a large bowl.
• Mix all ingredients for dressing in a small bowl.
• Pour dressing over salad and toss.
• Let sit for 5 minutes and serve.

BEAN SPROUT SALAD (DOW NGAH)

Steps:

• If using fresh bean sprouts, pour boiling water over them; let stand 2 minutes. If using canned bean sprouts, wash them in running water; drain in colander.
• Combine carrot, onion, soy sauce, oil, and sesame oil.
• Pour over bean sprouts; mix.

ORIGINAL LECHE FLAN - PHILIPPINES

Steps:

• Caramel:.
• Put sugar and water in a saucepan. Caramelize on high heat. Line loaf tin with caramel. Be sure to line the sides of the pan.
• Custard:.
• Blend all ingredients in a blender. Pour mixture into caramel lined loaf pan.
• Cover with aluminum foil. Place tin in a larger baking pan half filled with water. Place pan in pre-heated oven at 375 degrees, and bake flan for about 1 hour or until firm.
• Place serving dish over top of loaf pan, and invert. Flan will easily plate, and the caramel provides a wonderful sauce.

JAPANESE CUCUMBER & BEAN SPROUT SALAD

Steps:

• Place the cucumbers and sprouts in a glass bowl and sprinkle with salt. Toss well and chill for 1 hour. Rinse and drain well.
• Put all the dressing ingredients in a jar and shake well to combine. Pour over the cucumber/sprouts, and mix well. Top with sesame seeds.
• NOTE: I find that letting the salad sit a few ours in the fridge helps the texture and flavors mix. In fact, I prefer this salad the next day.