Spicy Sichuan Okra Salad

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4.9

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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    40 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    271 kcal

  • Course

    Appetizer

  • Cuisine

    Chinese

Spicy Sichuan Okra Salad

This spicy Sichuan Okra Salad recipe is a Chinese-style cold dish that's easy to make and very delicious. Try this new way to prepare okra!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 10 ounces fresh okra
  • 6 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 scallions (cut into 2-inch/5cm lengths)
  • 5 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 star anise
  • 1 small cinnamon stick
  • 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Sichuan chili flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sesame paste
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons hot water
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Instructions

  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the okra, and boil for 2 minutes. While the okra is boiling, prepare an ice bath.
  2. Use a strainer or slotted spoon to transfer the boiled okra to the ice bath. The okra should have a bright jewel green color! Leave the okra in the ice bath while you prepare the sauce.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine the oil, scallions, garlic, star anise, cinnamon stick, and Sichuan peppercorns. Place over medium low heat, and cook for about 10 minutes, until the scallions are thoroughly wilted and the garlic is a light golden color.
  4. Meanwhile, add the sesame seeds, chili flakes and salt to a small heatproof bowl.
  5. When the oil has finished infusing, pour the oil through a strainer into the bowl of sesame seeds and chili flakes, and stir well. Then stir in the sesame paste, light soy sauce, sugar, and hot water until thoroughly combined.
  6. Arrange the okra in a serving bowl, and pour the sauce over the top. Serve!

Nutrition Information

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Calories 271kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 25g (38%) Saturated Fat 18g (90%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Sodium 710mg (30%) Potassium 372mg (11%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 1210IU (24%) Vitamin C 19mg (21%) Calcium 126mg (13%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 271 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 271kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 25g 38%
Saturated Fat 18g 90%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Sodium 710mg 30%
Potassium 372mg 8%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 1210IU 24%
Vitamin C 19mg 21%
Calcium 126mg 13%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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