This cold appetizer is an authentic dish from northern China. It’s light, nutritious and flavorful.
Original Recipe
Yixi’s Remake
Peanuts
| 1 | 2 | Star anise |
| 2 | 3 | Bay leaves |
| 3 | 1 tsp | Sichuan Pepper |
| 4 | 1 tsp | Salt |
| 5 | 1/2 tsp | Sugar |
| 6 | 1 | Green Onion |
- Put 1-3 in a filter bag. Place it together with 4-6 and 350ml water in a pot. Soak 1 Cup of raw peanuts in it for 3-6 hours.
- Bring the pot to boil, then boil it for 10 minutes.
- Remove the onion and the filter bag. Drain the water and let the peanuts cool.
Vegetables
| 1 | 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 2 | 1/2 tsp | Soy sauce |
| 3 | 1/2 tsp | Vinegar |
| 4 | 1t | Chilli oil or Sesame oil |
- Boil water with a little oil. Put 50g of carrot cubes and 50 grams of celery cubes in and boil for 1 minute.
- Raise the vegetables in cold water. Drain it.
- Add the seasoning 4 seasonings above, and mix well.
Mix and Serve
Now mix the peanuts and the vegetables together. Put it in the fridge for 30 minutes then serve!
Compare to the original recipe, I increased the amount of the vegetables, and replaced the spicy ingredients, so it’s kids friendly.
