In this culinary adventure, we present a delightful symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Our featured dish, Lettuces, Sprouts, and Snow Peas with Radish Water, is a vibrant and refreshing salad that embodies the essence of springtime. This dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a nutritional powerhouse, packed with an array of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Accompanying this main attraction are two equally enticing recipes that will further elevate your dining experience. The Radish Water recipe provides a zesty and slightly spicy dressing that perfectly complements the crisp lettuces and tender sprouts. And for those who crave a touch of warmth, the Stir-Fried Sprouts with Garlic and Ginger recipe offers a savory and aromatic side dish that will leave you craving more.
Whether you're a seasoned chef or a culinary novice, these recipes are carefully crafted to guide you through each step with precision and clarity. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your palate, and embark on a culinary journey that promises to awaken your senses and leave you feeling invigorated and satisfied.
SNOW PEA, SCALLION AND RADISH SALAD
Steps:
- Place snow peas in a bowl and cover with boiling hot water. After 2 minutes, strain and shock in an ice bath. When cool, strain. Cut snow peas on the diagonal into 1/2-inch diamond shapes, discarding end pieces.
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine snow peas, scallions and radishes. In a separate bowl, whisk together vinegar and oil. Pour over vegetable mixture and serve.
LETTUCES, SPROUTS AND SNOW PEAS WITH RADISH WATER
Provided by Matt Lee And Ted Lee
Categories salads and dressings
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Place shallots in a small bowl, add ginger juice, rice wine vinegar, mirin and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Turn to coat, and adjust brine to taste. Reserve in refrigerator.
- Cut tomatoes into eight pieces, place in a blender and liquefy. Strain into a small bowl through a fine mesh sieve or a heavy-duty paper towel. You should have about 1/2 cup tomato water. Rinse and dry blender jar.
- Place ice cubes from two trays in a roasting pan and fill it halfway with water. In a sauté pan, heat grapeseed oil. Add scallion tops and 1/4 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring, one minute. Transfer to a small bowl and place in the ice bath.
- Bring 2 cups water to boil with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook snow peas about one minute. With a slotted spoon, transfer snow peas directly to ice bath to stop cooking. Return water to boil and add green peas. Cook one minute, add tarragon, stir once, and strain, reserving 2 ounces cooking liquid. Place green peas, tarragon and reserved liquid in blender and process until smooth. Press through fine sieve into a small bowl and chill over ice bath. You should have 1/2 cup tarragon-green pea purée. Rinse and dry blender, add scallions and oil, and pulse to a chunky purée. Reserve.
- Remove snow peas from ice bath. Remove their strings and cut peas into thin strips. Place lettuces in a salad bowl, add sliced snow peas, sprouts and basil. Toss.
- For the dressing: Grate daikon into a separate bowl. Add 1/4 cup tomato water, 2 tablespoons scallion oil, 3 tablespoons pea-tarragon purée, 2 tablespoons shallot pickling brine and the extra virgin olive oil. Taste and adjust seasonings.
- Dress salad to taste, and season with salt and pepper. Divide salad evenly among six plates, garnish with shallot pickles and myoga slices, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 243, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 276 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams
PEAS WITH SHALLOTS & LETTUCE
Add sophistication to your Sunday lunch with this smart, veggie side
Provided by James Martin
Categories Dinner, Side dish
Time 30m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large frying pan, then cook the shallots for 10 mins until softened and turning golden. Pour in the stock and bring to the boil, then throw in the peas and cook for 2 mins more until tender. Add the shredded lettuce, season, then allow the heat of the pan to wilt the lettuce. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.15 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, young lettuces, sprouts, and snow peas.
- Rinse the lettuces, sprouts, and snow peas thoroughly before using.
- If you don't have radish water, you can use cold water instead.
- Adjust the amount of salt and vinegar to your taste.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.
Conclusion:
This lettuce, sprouts, and snow peas salad with radish water is a refreshing and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is quick and easy to make, and it is packed with nutrients. The radish water adds a slightly spicy flavor to the salad, which makes it even more delicious. If you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad recipe, this is the one for you.
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