Stir Fried Sesame Greens Food

CRUNCHY STIR FRIED SESAME GREENS

Steps:

• Chop the stems of the bok choy into slices (about 1 inch thick).
• Heat a large frying pan/wok on high heat.
• Add the peanut oil, then the ginger & garlic. Stir fry for 1 minute.
• Add the chopped sprouts & leeks, stir fry for 3 minutes.
• Add the bok choy stems, fry for 2 minutes.
• Add the sesame oil, oyster & soy sauces, then add the bok choy leaves. Stir fry for 1 minute.
• Remove from the heat & toss through the sesame seeds.
• Serve with steamed rice.
• This is also a nice with fish/chicken.

SESAME STIR-FRIED CHINESE GREENS

Steps:

• In a wok or large frying pan heat the oil over high heat until very hot. Add the bok choy and stir-fry until they begin to soften slightly, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the soy sauce, vinegar and sesame oil and cook until just done, 1 to 2 minutes longer. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.

STIR-FRIED LOTUS ROOT WITH SESAME AND GREEN ONIONS

Steps:

• Put the sliced lotus root into vinegar water as you slice it, as described above. Drain well just before cooking.
• Heat up a large frying pan with the oil. Add ginger and garlic, and stir fry until the oil is very fragrant.
• Add the drained lotus root slices in a single layer. Cook until the lotus root slices start to change color - they turn a bit translucent looking. Turn over and cook a couple more minutes.
• Add the chili pepper and green onions, and stir-fry. Add the sesame seeds, pepper, soy sauce and sesame oil.
• The lotus roots should get a bit caramelized from the soy sauce. Serve hot or cold. This is very nice for bento.

TOASTED SESAME GREENS

Steps:

• Place a large pan over high heat until hot.
• Add oil, swirling to coat bottom. Add ginger; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 10 seconds.
• Add spinach and broth; stir once, then cover.
• Reduce heat to medium; cook, stirring once, until greens are wilted, about 2 minutes.
• Add sesame oil, soy sauce, and sesame seeds.
• Toss to distribute seasonings and serve.

STIR-FRY SESAME GREEN BEANS

Steps:

• In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry beans over medium-high heat in oil for 2 minutes. Add sweet pepper and mushrooms; stir-fry 2 minutes longer. Add green onions and garlic; stir-fry for 1-2 minutes., Combine the soy sauce and ginger; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes. Stir in apricots; cook and stir for 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat; stir in sesame oil and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.,

STIR-FRIED SESAME STRING/GREEN BEANS

Steps:

• Heat 1/2 tablespoon of peanut oil in a wok or a wide frying pan.
• Over medium heat, cook sesame seeds, stirring constantly until seeds are golden. Remove and set aside.
• Increase heat to high. When pan is hot, add remaining oil. When oil ripples, add string beans and garlic and stir fry for 1 minute. Add chicken broth or water, lower heat, cover and cook until beans are crisp tender. Return sesame seeds to pan, along with a few drops of sesame oil and soy sauce. Mix well.

STIR-FRIED SESAME GREENS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, wine, and sugar; set aside.
• Heat a wok until hot; add in the oils, then the ginger and chili; stir-fry for a few seconds.
• Toss in the cabbage and stir-fry 2 minutes.
• Pour in the soy sauce mixture; stir-fry 1 minute; season to taste with salt and pepper; serve.