Description
A simple stir-fry of highly aromatic Taiwan celery and shirataki with sesame oil and salt/pepper. Barely any calories exist; an ultimate detox side naturally increasing chewing.
Restaurants serving Stir-fried Celery and Shirataki
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Shirataki
- Celery
- Ginger
- Sesame oil
- Salt
- White pepper
Instructions
- [Authentic Recipe]
- Boil shirataki in hot water for
- mins to remove odor, cut bite-sized, drain thoroughly.
- String celery, julienne.
- Heat sesame oil in a wok, fry shredded ginger and red chili.
- Add shirataki first, fry on high to evaporate moisture.
- Add celery, season with salt and a little white pepper.
- Remove from heat quickly (in dozens of secs) while celery crispness remains.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Vivid celery aroma and sesame oil savoriness
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Shredded dried tofu (Dougan Si)
Pairing
Light congee、Steamed fish
Trivia
[For Women] A staple menu often seen at Taiwan Su Shi (vegetarian) restaurant buffets. Very simple seasoning, but celery aroma satisfies appetite, and shirataki swells in the stomach, bringing overwhelming 'cleansing effects (promoting bowel movements)' in one plate. A strong diet ally.
Eating tips & etiquette
[Unique Eating] Mix a little shredded 'pork (Rou Si)' or 'dried shiitake' to add umami, elevating it to a splendid main dish!
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