Date: 12/23/2023 12/24/2023
Location: Star River Meditation Center
Teacher: Lucy Zhou
Weekly Buddhist Cuisine Menu
Stir-Fried Spinach
Summary:
This is a light and healthy vegan dish, quickly stir-fried to retain the natural sweetness and nutrition of spinach.
Ingredients:
Spinach 300g (trimmed and washed)
Vegetable oil 1 tablespoon (such as olive oil or canola oil)
Salt 1/2 teaspoon
White sesame seeds 1 teaspoon (optional)
Light soy sauce 1 teaspoon (optional)
Water (for blanching, optional)
Instructions:
1. Prepare Ingredients:
Trim the roots of the spinach, wash thoroughly, and drain.
2. Blanch Spinach (Optional):
Bring water to a boil, add a pinch of salt, and blanch the spinach for 10 seconds. Remove immediately, soak in cold water, and drain well.
3. Heat the Pan:
Add vegetable oil to a pan and heat over medium-low heat.
4. Stir-fry Spinach:
Add the spinach and stir-fry quickly for about 30 seconds to cook evenly.
5. Seasoning:
Add salt (optional light soy sauce for extra flavor), stir well for another 10 seconds, then turn off the heat.
6. Garnish with Sesame (Optional):
Transfer to a plate, sprinkle with white sesame seeds for added aroma, and serve immediately.
