Date: 10/19/2024 10/20/2024
Location: Star Lake Meditation Center
Teacher: Otto Huang
Weekly Buddhist Cuisine Menu
Braised Peanuts with Carrots
Summary:
This is a soft, naturally sweet vegan braised dish where the richness of peanuts and the sweetness of carrots combine to create a nutritious and simple meal, perfect for daily health-conscious eating.
Ingredients:
Raw peanuts 100g (soaked for 2 hours)
Carrot 200g (cut into chunks)
Goji berries 1 tablespoon (optional)
Vegetable broth 500ml (made from kombu, mushrooms, etc.)
Salt 1/2 teaspoon
Light soy sauce 1 tablespoon (optional)
White pepper powder to taste (optional)
Vegetable oil 1 teaspoon
Water as needed
Instructions:
1. Prepare Ingredients:
Soak the raw peanuts for 2 hours. Wash and peel the carrots, then cut them into chunks. Rinse the goji berries and set aside.
2. Sauté the Ingredients (Optional):
Heat vegetable oil in a pan, then lightly stir-fry the carrots and peanuts for 1 minute to enhance their aroma.
3. Simmer the Peanuts and Carrots:
Pour in the vegetable broth or water, add the peanuts and carrots, bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until the peanuts are soft and the carrots are well absorbed with flavor.
4. Seasoning:
Add salt, light soy sauce (optional), and white pepper powder (optional), stirring gently. Simmer for another 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
5. Add Goji Berries:
Finally, add the goji berries and simmer for another 2 minutes before turning off the heat, allowing the soup to develop a naturally sweet and mild taste.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
Transfer the braised peanuts and carrots into a bowl and serve warm. The dish is tender, fragrant, and a nourishing vegan stew.
