Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 large cucumbers, sliced into thin rounds
- 2 tablespoons of sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- 1 teaspoon of chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 4 bao buns
Special Equipment Needed:
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Medium-sized bowl
- Mixing spoon
- Bamboo steamer
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and place in a medium-sized bowl.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, chili flakes, and garlic powder.
3. Pour the mixture over the cucumbers and mix until all the cucumbers are evenly coated.
4. Place the cucumbers in the bamboo steamer and steam for 10 minutes.
5. Place the steamed cucumbers into the bao buns and serve.
Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Temperature: Not applicable
Serving Size: 4 bao buns
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 140
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 3g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- For the sesame oil, you can substitute with vegetable oil.
- For the soy sauce, you can substitute with tamari or coconut aminos.
- For the rice vinegar, you can substitute with white vinegar.
- For the honey, you can substitute with agave nectar.
- For the chili flakes, you can substitute with red pepper flakes.
- For the garlic powder, you can substitute with fresh garlic.
Variations:
- You can add other vegetables to the pickling mixture such as carrots, radishes, or onions.
- You can add other spices to the pickling mixture such as ginger, cumin, or coriander.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to slice the cucumbers as thinly as possible so they cook evenly in the steamer.
- If you don’t have a bamboo steamer, you can use a regular steamer basket.
Storage Instructions:
The pickled cucumbers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Reheating Instructions:
The pickled cucumbers can be reheated in a steamer for 5 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
The pickled cucumbers can be served in the bao buns with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and green onions.
Garnishes:
Sesame seeds, green onions
Pairings:
The pickled cucumbers can be paired with steamed rice or noodles.
Suggested Side Dishes:
Steamed vegetables, fried tofu, or a salad.
Troubleshooting Advice:
If the cucumbers are not cooked through, steam them for an additional 5 minutes.
Food Safety Advice:
Make sure to store the pickled cucumbers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Food History:
Pickling has been a popular method of preserving food for centuries. It originated in Asia and has since spread to other parts of the world.
Flavor Profiles:
The pickled cucumbers have a sweet and spicy flavor with a hint of garlic.
Serving Suggestions:
The pickled cucumbers can be served as an appetizer or as a side dish.
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