Choy sum, with its tender stems and vibrant green leaves, is a versatile Chinese vegetable deserving a place in your weekly meal rotation. Its slightly peppery flavor pairs beautifully with a rich, savory sauce, and today we're highlighting a classic combination: choy sum with homemade wantan sauce. This recipe elevates a simple vegetable dish to a culinary delight, showcasing the delicate sweetness of the choy sum against the umami depth of the sauce. Forget takeout; creating this delicious dish from scratch is easier than you think, offering a healthier and more flavorful alternative.
This simple yet elegant recipe requires minimal ingredients and cooking time, making it perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. The wantan sauce, typically a restaurant staple, is surprisingly easy to whip up at home, allowing you to control the flavor and ingredients. Ready to experience the deliciousness? Let's dive into the step-by-step instructions to create your own perfect plate of Choy Sum with Wantan Sauce.
Tools Needed
- Large pot
- Basin
- Tongs
- Colander
- Serving plate
- Scissors
Ingredients
- Choy Sum: 500g
- Homemade Wantan Sauce: 3 tbsp
- Crispy Fried Shallot: 2 tbsp
- Salt: 1/2 tbsp
- Onion Oil: 1 tbsp
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1. Prepare and Cook Choy Sum
- Boil a large pot of water over medium heat until small bubbles appear. Add salt and stir to dissolve.
- Add choy sum to the boiling water, using tongs to submerge completely. Spread them out to cook evenly.
- Boil for about 1 minute, then rotate the choy sum to ensure even cooking.
- Remove the choy sum with a strainer and immediately submerge in a basin of room temperature water for about 10 seconds.
- Remove the choy sum from the water and place in a colander to drain excess water.
Step 2. Prepare Choy Sum for Serving
- Arrange the drained choy sum on a serving plate and cut into bite-sized pieces using scissors.
- Drizzle onion oil (optional) over the choy sum.
Step 3. Add Wantan Sauce and Garnish
- Pour wantan sauce evenly over the choy sum.
- Sprinkle crispy fried shallots over the choy sum.
Step 4. Serve
- Serve and enjoy!
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Tips
- This recipe is for four to six servings.
- The onion oil is optional.
- The full list of ingredients and the recipe for wantan mee sauce are in the video description.
Nutrition
- N/A
FAQs
1. Can I use pre-made wantan sauce?
While you can, making your own is quick and allows you to control the saltiness and flavor. The homemade version truly elevates the dish!
2. What can I substitute for choy sum?
Bok choy or gai lan are excellent substitutes. Their similar textures and slightly bitter notes work well with the wantan sauce.
This simple Choy Sum with Homemade Wantan Sauce recipe is a testament to how easily delicious, restaurant-quality food can be made at home. Enjoy the satisfying blend of textures and flavors – the tender choy sum perfectly complemented by the rich, savory sauce. Now go forth and impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make, yet incredibly satisfying dish!