Sesame Gailan Add On Recipe
Crisp and tender gailan tossed in a savory sesame sauce, perfect as a delightful side dish.
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Ingredients
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Gailan Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Gailan
Rinse the gailan under cold water and trim the ends of the stems. Cut the stems into 2-inch pieces and the leaves into larger pieces.
- 2
Blanch the Gailan
In a large pot of boiling water, add a pinch of salt and blanch the gailan for about 1-2 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking.
- 3
Sauté the Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 4
- 5
Finish with Sesame Seeds
Sprinkle sesame seeds over the gailan and toss to combine. Cook for an additional minute to warm through.
- 6
Serve
Transfer the sesame gailan to a serving dish and enjoy hot as a side dish.
