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THE MONKS MIXED VEGETABLE ENSEMBLE



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From Kenneth H.C. Lo's Chinese cookbook. The base recipe is Casserole of Deep fried carrots, asapargus, bamboo shoots, and quick fried chinese cabbage and mushrooms. Warning the lily buds will give it a musky flavor that like the tofu [bean curd] is not Western taste but can be aquired. Hey I eat raw tofu now in a bit of dipping sauce. Also note you amy want to omit the lily buds or sub something else in for them.

Provided by That is Dr House to

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/3 lb asparagus
1/3 lb carrot
1/3 lb bamboo shoot
6 large dried Chinese mushrooms
1/2 lb Chinese cabbage or 1/2 lb green cabbage
oil
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon soybean paste
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
4 tablespoons vegetable broth
2 tablespoons sherry wine
12 ounces bean curd
1/4 lb cellophane noodle
2 ounces dried lily buds, stems
1 -2 teaspoon cornstarch (optional)
2 teaspoons sesame oil (optional)

Steps:

  • Casserole: trim the asparagus, carrots and bamboo shoots to the same thickness as the asparagus and cut into 1-2 inch segments.
  • Soak the dried mushrooms for 1/2 hour in hot water and then shred. Cut cabbage into 1 inch slices.
  • Place 1st three in wire basket. Deep fry for 6 to 7 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat butter and sesame oil in casserole. When butter melts add mushrooms and cook for 30 seconds then add the cabbage and the salt. Stir fry gently over med heat for 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add deep fried vegetables and remaining ingredients. Increase heat to high and stir and turn vegetables for 3 to 4 minutes. Serve in casserole.
  • MONKS:.
  • NOTE: 2 ounces dried lily buds, stems should be 2 ounces lily bud stems. The zaar computer threw fits with the second version. It liked the first which makes no sense in the recipe.
  • You can sub any hard vegetable for the asparagus. Use 4 tbsp soy sauce. Increase the broth to 12 tablespoons.
  • Cube the tofu [after draining and pressing] into 1 inch cubes. Deep fry for 2 to 2 minutes with the other deep fry vegetables.
  • Soak cellophane noodles in hot water for 5 minutes and drain. Cut buds into 2 inch long pieces and soak in 1 cup hot water for 1/2 hour with dried mushrooms [save the water].
  • When the mushrooms, noodles and buds are soft, add to casserole with other vegetables along with the soaking water. Thicken if needed with cornstarch.
  • Cook for 10 minutes covered in casserole.
  • Sprinkle with the sherry and extra seseme oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.3, Fat 17.3, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 15.4, Sodium 948.4, Carbohydrate 44.5, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 9, Protein 11.6

VEGETARIAN DUMPLINGS (BUDDHIST MONK DUMPLINGS)



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Make and share this Vegetarian Dumplings (Buddhist Monk Dumplings) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Wendys Kitchen

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 cups flour
1 cup water
1 pinch salt
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon cumin seed
1 tablespoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 garlic clove, chopped finely
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 green chili pepper, chopped finely
1 onion, chopped finely
2 carrots, cut into small cubes
1/2 cup cabbage, finely shredded
1 potato, boiled and mashed
100 ml water
100 g firm tofu, crumbled
salt
1 teaspoon garam masala
2 tablespoons chopped coriander

Steps:

  • For the filling:.
  • Heat the oil, add the cumin and mustard seeds. Add the ginger, garlic clove then tumeric, green chili, onions, carrots and stir for a minute. Add the cabbage, tofu and potatoes and stir again. Add some water and cook covered for about 7-8 minutes until the vegetables become soft and the water is dried up. Add the salt and garam masala and stir well. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • For a variation on the filling you can add chopped bok choy, spinach, spring onion.
  • For the pastry :.
  • Mix together all ingredients and knead to a ball.This needs a long knead until the dough is very soft, about 10-12 minutes. Wrap and rest for at least an hour.
  • To make the dumpling shape:.
  • Take a knob of dough and roll out into small rounds about 10 cm in diameter. Spoon a little filling (heaped teaspoon) in the centre and moisten the edge with a little water. Press edges together overlapping the top slightly to form a pleat and continue all around to create a half moon shape with pleats all around the edge.
  • Steam for about 15 minutes until they are swollen and cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.1, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 74.5, Carbohydrate 90.4, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 4.5, Protein 15.1

LO HAN JAI - BUDDHIST VEGETARIAN STEW



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Lo Han Jai, also known as "Buddhist Vegetarian Stew," is traditionally served on the first day of the lunar Chinese New Year, to cleanse the body. Since ingredients for Lo Han Jai are not easily available in most food markets, this is a simplified version. Although the list of ingredients appear lengthy, once everything is gathered, the cooking is easy. This recipe comes from the Wok Wiz (San Francisco, CA) website and is copyrighted by Wok Wiz -- the URL is http://www.wokwiz.com/recipes/lo_han_jai.html

Provided by Gandalf The White

Categories     Stew

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
8 Chinese black mushrooms
1/2 cup dried black fungus (cloud ears)
1/2 cup bamboo shoot, sliced
8 fresh water chestnuts, peeled and cut into quarters
1 carrot, peeled & julienned lengthwise
2 cups napa cabbage, torn into small pieces
1 cup vegetable broth or 1 cup chicken broth
2 ounces rice noodles (bean thread, Chinese vermicelli)
1 cup firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
8 snow peas
2 cups fresh bean sprouts
2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons cold water
1 teaspoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • Soak the mushrooms in hot water for 10 minutes; squeeze out the excess water; then remove stems and leave the mushrooms whole. Reserve the soaking water.
  • Soak the cloud ears in warm water until soft (about 10 minutes), then cut into smaller pieces.
  • Boil the bean thread in water to cover for 5 minutes, then drain.
  • To prep the snow peas, remove the strings, then cut into thin slivers.
  • Mix the water and cornstarch to form a slurry for thickening. The cornstarch will continue to settle out, so you'll need to stir this again just before you use it.
  • Heat wok until smoky. Add vegetable oil. Stir-fry mushrooms, cloud ears, bamboo shoots, water chestnuts, carrot, cabbage and cook for 3-4 minutes over high heat.
  • Add bean thread and broth. Cover and cook for 5 minutes over low heat.
  • Add tofu, bean sprouts, snow peas and soy sauce. Cover and simmer for two minutes.
  • Stir the water and cornstarch mixture, then add to the pan to form a light gravy, adjusting if necessary.
  • Drizzle with sesame oil.
  • Note: Traditional Lo Han Jai ingredients include: ginkgo nuts, lotus root, dried oysters, lily stems, seaweed hair, fried tofu, and dried bean curd sticks. If you live near an oriental market, you may be able to get these; if not, this simplified recipe will give you a sense of the dish.

ROASTED MIXED VEGETABLES



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Fresh, delicious produce like cauliflower, green beans, and Brussels sprouts--what could be more healthy or satisfying? Here is a flavorful medley of baked vegetables. Be good to yourself and enjoy!

Provided by CURTONA

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Cauliflower     Roasted

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and cut in half if large
2 cups cauliflower florets
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons water
aluminum foil
3 red bell peppers, seeded and cut into strips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place green beans, Brussels sprouts, and cauliflower in a shallow roasting pan. Sprinkle with rosemary, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper; drizzle with olive oil and water. Cover pan with foil.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove foil and stir in bell peppers. Return to the oven and cook, uncovered, until vegetables are crisp-tender, about more 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 102.2 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

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