Date: 07/05/2025 07/06/2025
Location: Star Lake Meditation Center
Teacher: Shilin Long
Weekly Buddhist Cuisine Menu
Blanched Choy Sum
Summary:
Blanched choy sum is a light and refreshing vegetarian dish that preserves the vegetable’s crisp texture and natural flavor with minimal seasoning.
Ingredients:
Choy sum 300g (washed and cut)
Ginger 3 slices (shredded)
Soy sauce 1 tablespoon
Sesame oil a few drops
Salt to taste
Water appropriate amount (for blanching)
Instructions:
1.Prepare the Ingredients:
Wash and cut the choy sum. Shred the ginger.
2.Blanch the Vegetables:
Boil water in a pot, add a pinch of salt and shredded ginger. Blanch the choy sum for about 30 seconds until bright green and slightly tender. Remove and drain well.
3.Plate and Season:
Arrange the choy sum neatly on a plate. Drizzle with soy sauce and a few drops of sesame oil. Serve immediately.
