Recipes from China :: Chinese Main Dish Vegetables
1 lb. fresh broccoli
8 oz. fresh spinach
8 oz. fresh pea pods or 1 (6 ounce) pkg.
frozen pea pods, thawed
4 stalks celery ginger root
2 med. yellow onions
8 scallions
3/4 c. water
1 Tbsp. instant chicken bouillon granules
2 Tbsp. canola (or other vegetable) oil
1 Tbsp. minced pared fresh ginger root
NOTE: In addition to or in place of the listed vegetables, sliced carrots, zucchini, green beans or green bell peppers may be used.
Clean vegetables. Cut broccoli tops into florets. Cut broccoli stalks into thin strips 2 in. long and 1/4 in. wide. Chop spinach coarsely. Remove ends and strings from pea pods. Cut celery into 1/2-in. diagonal slices. Peel yellow onions, cut into wedges and separate layers. Cut scallions into thin diagonal slices.
Combine water and bouillon. Heat oil in wok over high heat. Add broccoli stalks, onion wedges and ginger. Stir fry 1 minute. Add all remaining vegetables. Toss lightly. Add water mixture. Toss until vegetables are completely coated. Cook until liquid boils. Cover wok and cook until vegetables are crisp-tender, 2 to 3 mins.
