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1. Traditional sour banana flower salad
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Preparation
40 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Traditional sour banana flower salad For 4 people
Western banana flower 1 piece Bean sprouts 100 gr Carrot 1 piece Roasted crushed peanuts 100 gr Garlic 1 clove Chili 2 pieces Cilantro and mint 20 gr Seasoning 30 gr (salt/ fish sauce/ sugar/ vinegar….)
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How to choose fresh ingredients
Tips for buying delicious vegetables and fruits:
- You should choose fresh vegetables and fruits that are not damaged or have many yellowed leaves.
- You should also avoid selecting vegetables that are too dark green, too shiny, and instead choose those that are light green with a normal appearance.
- Choose fresh vegetables with natural colors, without any unusual hues.
How to prepare Traditional Sour Banana Flower Salad
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Prepare the ingredients
The method for preparing banana flower is as instructed at the beginning of the article.
Wash the carrot thoroughly, peel it, then shred it into thin and small strips. 100g of bean sprouts must be washed very clean, removing all the husks during the washing process.
Pick the young stems of coriander and mint, wash them clean, drain, and then chop them finely. Mince the garlic and chili.
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Banana Flower Salad
Add banana flower, shredded carrot, and 100g of bean sprouts into a bowl, then add lime juice and mix well, adding seasoning: sugar, salt, fish sauce, and vinegar until it suits your taste.
After mixing, add the minced garlic and wait for the banana flower to absorb the seasoning for about 10 – 15 minutes before serving. Finally, sprinkle 100g of crushed roasted peanuts on top to keep them from getting soggy.
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Final product
Your final product is a plate of crunchy, sour banana flower salad for the whole family. Not only can all members enjoy it, but it is also a dish that becomes addictive at the drinking table for husbands.
2. Banana Flower Salad with Mashed Tofu
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Preparation
40 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Banana Flower Salad with Mashed Tofu Serves 4
Banana flower 1 piece Tofu 2 pieces Carrot 1 root Bean sprouts 100 gr Peanuts 150 gr Chives 50 gr Lemon 1 fruit Chili 1 fruit Herbs 10 gr Seasoning 30 gr (fish sauce/ salt/ sugar/ monosodium glutamate…) Ripe pineapple 1 fruit Soy sauce 6 tablespoons Sugar 4 tablespoons Salt 2 tablespoons
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How to Choose Ingredients
How to choose good tofu:
- You should choose pieces of tofu that are off-white; if they are yellowish or golden, they contain gypsum because the more yellow the tofu, the more gypsum it has.
- Choose pieces of tofu that feel light and soft when held.
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How to make Banana Flower Salad with Crushed Tofu
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Prepare the ingredients
The method for preparing banana flowers is as instructed at the end of the article.
Blanch 2 blocks of tofu in boiling water to clean them, then remove and let them drain, then place in a bowl and use a spoon to crush them.
Roast 150g of raw peanuts in a pan over medium heat. Remember to stir continuously so that the peanuts are evenly golden and do not burn.
Roast until the peanuts start to split and the skins darken and become easier to peel, then you can turn off the heat.
Peel the carrot and shred it into small strands, about 5 cm long.
Wash 100g of bean sprouts, chives, and herbs, then cut them into short pieces the same length as the carrots. Remove the stem from the chili, halve it, remove all the seeds, and then chop it finely.
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Make the salad dressing
Take a ripe pineapple, peel off the eyes and skin, then chop it finely or blend it in a blender until smooth. Then put the pineapple in a pan to roast until fragrant, then add 2 bowls of water and bring to a boil.
When the water boils, add 6 tablespoons of seasoning, 2 tablespoons of salt, 4 tablespoons of sugar, and 6 tablespoons of soy sauce, and stir well.
Continue to simmer for another 5 – 10 minutes until the dressing thickens, then stop cooking and let it cool. Finally, add in the chopped chili.
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Banana Flower Salad
Put the cleaned soaked banana flower, crushed tofu, 150g roasted peanuts, finely shredded carrot, chopped chives, and 100g of finely chopped bean sprouts all into a large bowl.
Then add the prepared fish sauce, mixing each spoonful into the mixture.
Use gloves or a pair of chopsticks to stir evenly, adding fish sauce gradually while mixing the ingredients.
To make the salad even tastier, squeeze a few drops of lemon juice for better flavor and aroma.
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Final Product
Finally, you will have a plate of delicious vegetarian banana flower salad that is just as appealing as the non-vegetarian version. The crunchy banana flower strands combined with the tangy flavor of lemon and the creamy texture of tofu and peanuts will stimulate the taste buds, making it enjoyable without being overwhelming.
Tips for choosing delicious banana flowers
Banana flowers should be dark red, fresh skin, with a layer of white powder on the outside, and if they feel firm and heavy in hand, then they are delicious banana flowers.
How to prepare banana flowers
- Prepare a basin of clean water just enough to dissolve a bit of salt and vinegar.
- Next, slice the banana flowers very thinly and soak them in the prepared water basin. This step is necessary as it helps the banana flowers stay white and crispy. Skipping this step will cause the banana flowers to turn dark and not be crispy, making the dish less appealing.
- Remove the banana flowers when they have released all their sap, then rinse with water and drain well.
- You can taste to see if the banana flower strips are bitter and check if they have turned dark; if they have darkened, it means you didn’t soak them long enough or added too little salt.
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