Saturday, January 24, 2009

Beans & Cabbages

Serving: 4 -6 (as a small side)

Ingredients:
  • Cabbage - 1/2 a head, chiffonade (thinly sliced)
  • Red kidney bean - 1 can, drained and rinsed
  • Raw shrimp* - 1/2 cup, minced or made to a paste.
  • Onion - 1 med, finely chopped
  • Garlic cloves - 2, minced
  • Salt - to taste
  • Chili powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Paprika powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Cumin powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Coriander powder - 1/2 tsp
Methods:
  • 1. Wash and prep the vegetables, set aside.
  • 2. In a non-stick wok, heat 3 tbsp of oil, add the onions and salt. Saute till translucent.
  • 3. Add the garlic, stir and add 1/2 cup of water. Add all the spices, saute till the water evaporates and the oil is separated from the spice mixture.
  • 4. Add the shrimp paste and stir vigorously to avoid any lumping. Add the beans, stir to combine. Cook for 2-3 min.
  • 5. Add the cabbages, stir to combine, cover and cook on med heat for about 15-20 min. Remember to stir in occasionally for even distribution of heat and cooking. Serve.
Hints:
* For a fully vegetarian version you can skip the shrimp paste.

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