Cold Tossed Houttuynia
Houttuynia (also known as fish mint, or yú xīng cǎo, literally "fishy-smelling grass") has a distinctive fishy aroma, as its name suggests. It is traditionally valued for clearing heat, detoxifying, promoting urination, reducing swelling, and stimulating the appetite. Both the fresh leaves and roots are edible, though the roots are more commonly used. The roots can be stir-fried, cold-tossed, or added to soups.
Ingredients
Houttuynia (Yu Xing Cao)
as needed
red chili pepper
one
cilantro
a pinch
sesame oil
as needed
garlic
as needed
ginger
as needed
salt
a pinch
Instructions
1
Step 1
Prepare the ingredients as shown above: cilantro, houttuynia, red chili pepper, ginger, and garlic.
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Step 2
Cut the houttuynia into sections.
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Step 3
Wash off the root fibers and drain the water.
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Step 4
Cut the chili into strips, mince the ginger and garlic, and set aside.
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Step 5
Place the houttuynia, chili strips, and minced ginger and garlic in a bowl, then add salt and seasonings.
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Step 6
Add a spoonful of chili oil (skip if you don't eat spicy food).
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Step 7
Pour in soy sauce and vinegar, and mix well.
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Step 8
Add a tiny bit of sugar to enhance the flavor.
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Step 9
Finally, add cilantro, drizzle in sesame oil, and mix well.
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Step 10
Now it's ready to eat!
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Step 11
Plate it up.
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Step 12
Finished product.
