Yeo Kyung-ok's Guangdong-Style Soy Sauce Romaine

A simple and refreshing Hong Kong-style vegetable dish featuring crisp romaine lettuce briefly blanched to retain its crunch, paired with the aromatic flavor of green onion and ginger oil, and a sweet-salty soy sauce.

Ingredients needed 1 servings

Recipe

Cooking tips

  • Avoid cutting too much from the romaine’s root end, as excessive trimming can cause the leaves to scatter during blanching and plating, ruining the presentation.
  • Adding a small amount of oil and salt to the blanching water helps preserve the romaine’s bright green color and gives it a glossy sheen.
  • While the balance of the soy sauce is important, the unique savory depth comes from the harmonious blend of the sautéed green onion and ginger oil infused into the vegetables.
  • For serving or neat bite-sized portions, trim the root end with scissors after plating for a cleaner, more polished look.

Recommended for

  • Those looking for a unique, warm vegetable dish instead of daily salads or wraps.
  • People needing a fresh, crunchy side dish to pair with Chinese main courses.
  • Individuals seeking a recipe that’s extremely simple in ingredients and method but delivers excellent flavor balance.

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