Royal Lotus Leaf Vegetable Stir-Fry (皇家荷叶炒蔬菜)
皇家荷叶炒蔬菜 (Royal Lotus Leaf Vegetable Stir-Fry) is a classic dish from Chinese Imperial Cuisine, known for its delicate flavors and vibrant colors. This dish is a perfect combination of fresh vegetables and traditional cooking techniques, creating a healthy and delicious meal fit for royalty.
Ingredients
- 2 lotus leaves, soaked in water until soft
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 cup snow peas, trimmed
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the lotus leaves and cut them into thin strips.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli, carrots, snow peas, bell pepper, and water chestnuts. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Add the lotus leaf strips and continue to stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
- Season the vegetables with soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Transfer the stir-fried vegetables to a serving dish and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 7g
Supplies
Wok or large skillet Cutting board Knife Measuring spoons Measuring cups
Tools
Stove
Serving suggestions
Serve the Royal Lotus Leaf Vegetable Stir-Fry with steamed rice for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
To enhance the flavor, you can add a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.
Cost
$15