PAN-FRIED CUCUMBER
This is an extraordinary way of cooking cucumber, revealing an unexpected side to the vegetable. Although cooked in a wok, the cucumber pieces are colored by laying them more-or-less flat against the surface of the wok, a method known in Chinese as jian (pan-fry) rather than chao (stir-fry). From the Revolutionary Chinese Cookbook.
Provided by FLKeysJen
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise and then, with the knife at an angle, cut each half into slanted, almost semicircular slices about 1/4 inch thick.
- Heat the wok over a high flame until smoke rises, then add the oil and swirl around; add the cucumber and fry for a few minutes until the slices are tinged a little golden. Spread the slices out so they cover as much as possible of the bottom of the wok, turning from time to time.
- Add the chili and garlic to the wok and stir-fry until fragrant, adding the soy sauce as you go; splash the vinegar around the side of the wok and mix well. Add the herbs and stir a few times; then, off the heat, stir in the sesame oil and serve.
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Mir Hassan
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The cucumbers are crispy and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.
Achieng Onono
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. I'm not usually a fan of cucumbers, but the pan-frying process really brought out their flavor. The sauce was also very good. I would definitely make this again.
Sukdev Mojumdar
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the crispy cucumbers and the flavorful sauce. I will definitely be making this again for my family.
MiB 302
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of cucumbers, but I really enjoyed this dish. The cucumbers were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.
Bilalahmed Jan
[email protected]This dish is so easy to make and the results are always amazing. The cucumbers are crispy and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I highly recommend this recipe.
S Alfano
[email protected]I'm a big fan of cucumbers, so I was excited to try this recipe. I was not disappointed! The cucumbers were crispy and flavorful, and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
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[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the pan-fried cucumbers. I will definitely be making this again for my next get-together.
AMIR.M. A
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cucumbers. I had a few cucumbers that were starting to go bad, so I decided to try this recipe. The cucumbers were transformed into a delicious and flavorful dish. I will definitely be making this again.
rain bob
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. I'm not usually a fan of cucumbers, but the pan-frying process really brought out their flavor. The sauce was also very good. I would definitely make this again.
Sarah Johnson
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the crispy cucumbers and the flavorful sauce. I will definitely be making this again for my family.
Adole Kay
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cucumbers, but I really enjoyed this dish. The cucumbers were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.
Shahab Blouch
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The cucumbers are so crispy and the sauce is so flavorful. I love that this dish is so easy to make, too. It's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Krista Tepania
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so simple to make and the results are always amazing. The cucumbers are crispy and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I highly recommend this recipe.
Moee Mb
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover cucumbers. I had a few cucumbers that were starting to go bad, so I decided to try this recipe. The cucumbers were transformed into a delicious and flavorful dish. I will definitely be making this again.
Zaki Abid
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of cucumbers. But I'm so glad I did! The cucumbers were cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Yaser Alsaffar
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the pan-fried cucumbers. I will definitely be making this again for my next get-together.
mady mukiibi
[email protected]This recipe was so easy to follow and the result was delicious! The cucumbers were crispy and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.