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Vegetables and Gourds |
Hai Choi |
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This Chinese vegetable looks like dandelion
leaves, and probably are!
It would be unusual to find these in a restaurant, except
one that offers hotpot cook in the pot. However, they
are popular at home and very cheap. |
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Ordering
Simply say 'high choy' and you will be very close.
Buying
Purchase ones that have healthy leaves, no drooping
or cracked leaves and should be firm and without
blemishes, excepting those due to organic farming
methods of course. These are more likely to be
local produce in wet markets.
Preparation
Remove any unsightly leaves and rip off any blemishes.
Cut off the leaves at the base and wash well under
the tap. Place on a chopping board and cut into
lengths between 4 and 6 inches long = up to you.
Method
Cook as a standard Cantonese stir fry vegetable:
1. Throw into a heated wok a cup of water and
bring to a hearty simmer.
2. Add the leaves, and a pinch of salt.
3. Simmer for 5 minutes, or until the leaves turn
a darker colour and are droopy.
4. That's it! Serve to table in a suitable dish.
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Recipes
We do not have any defined recipes for this vegetable,
although you can always add: some crushed garlic, ginger,
and a teaspoon of chicken bouillon to make a healthy
gravy. |
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