Suan La Mu Er Liang Ban (spicy And Sour Black Fungus Salad)

Suan La Mu Er Liang Ban, or Spicy and Sour Black Fungus Salad, is a classic dish from Shaanxi Cuisine known for its refreshing and tangy flavors. This cold salad is perfect for hot summer days and makes a great appetizer or side dish.

Suan La Mu Er Liang Ban (spicy And Sour Black Fungus Salad)

Ingredients

  • 100g black fungus, soaked and sliced
  • 1 small cucumber, julienned
  • 2-3 red chilies, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Chinkiang vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp Sichuan peppercorn powder
  • 1 green onion, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the black fungus, cucumber, red chilies, and garlic.
  2. In a separate small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, Chinkiang vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, salt, and Sichuan peppercorn powder.
  3. Pour the dressing over the black fungus mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  4. Sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
0 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
No cooking required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
120 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
5g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Small bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Suan La Mu Er Liang Ban as a refreshing appetizer or as a side dish with a main course such as Kung Pao Chicken or Mapo Tofu.

Tips & tricks

For extra heat, add more red chilies or a dash of chili oil to the salad.

Cost

$5