How to Make Delicious Stir-Fried Shepherd’s Purse with Scallion Oil: A Step-by-Step Guide

Q: Can I use another type of oil instead of peanut oil?
A: Yes, you can use other cooking oils like vegetable oil or sunflower oil, but peanut oil adds a distinct flavor.

Q: What if I don’t have chicken essence?
A: You can substitute chicken essence with a pinch of chicken bouillon powder or simply enhance the dish with a bit more salt.

Q: Is it necessary to salt and rinse the shepherd’s purse?
A: Yes, salting and rinsing help to remove bitterness and improve the texture of the shepherd’s purse.

Stir-Fried Shepherd's Purse with Scallion Oil

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Ingredients:

• Shepherd's purse (儿菜) – ½ bunch
• Salt – 5g
• Peanut oil – 8g
• Green onions (small) – 2
• Chicken essence (太太乐鸡精) – 3g

Instructions:

1. Prepare all the ingredients.
2. Wash and slice the shepherd's purse, add a spoonful of salt, rub it in, and let it marinate for 10 minutes.
3. Heat a pan and add a spoonful of peanut oil, heating it until it just starts to smoke.
4. Pour the hot oil over the green onions.
5. Rinse the marinated shepherd's purse, squeeze out the excess water, and place it in a bowl. Add a bit of chicken essence.
6. Pour the scallion oil over the shepherd's purse, mix well, and it's ready to serve.
7. Enjoy your delicious and visually appealing dish!

Nutrition:

• Low in calories
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the shepherd's purse
• Contains healthy fats from peanut oil