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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Also known as the Oyster Plant , salsify tastes like a cross between an artichoke heart and asparagus. Salsify has inulin which is thought to aid in blood sugar control. It's also been clinically proven to increase calcium absorption. Read more . This recipe can be either a side dish, or a vegetarian main dish. Ingredients:
8 oz shredded carrots |
juice of one lemon |
8 pieces salsify, peeled |
2 tablespoons sesame oil |
6 oz. pineapple-teriyaki marinated firm tofu |
2 tablespoons black sesame seeds |
Directions:
1. Put shredded carrots and juice of one lemon in a bowl of cool water to soak.
2. Slice salsify in 2 lengths, quarter into matchsticks and add to bowl.
3. Slice tofu into horizontal thin slices.
4. Put sesame oil into frying pan and turn heat to medium high.
5. Drain carrots and salsify and put into pan.
6. Stir fry, turning frequently until nearly done.
7. Add tofu, and continue stirring and frying until tofu is warm and dish is cooked to the vegetable doneness you prefer.
8. Remove from heat, put in serving dish and sprinkle black sesame seeds over the top.
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