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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
25 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
On vegetarian days, if everyone is tired of the old familiar recipes, try changing the taste with the crispy and sweet vegetarian cù lao dish. By cooking simply but with a little twist in presentation, it helps make the vegetarian dish more appealing. Into the kitchen and try this soup dish cù lao right away!
Ingredients for Vegetarian Cù lao For 4 people
Vegetarian sausage 2 pieces (vegetarian cha lua) Cabbage 1/2 head Carrot 1 piece (large size) Chayote 1 piece Straw mushrooms 100 gr Chives 100 gr Green onion/cilantro a little Vegetarian seasoning 1 teaspoon Common spices a little (salt/msg/ground pepper)
How to choose fresh and delicious ingredients
How to choose quality cabbage
- Fresh and delicious cabbage will have a shiny color and a round, even shape. Avoid purchasing those that are flat or oval, as these are hollow and not firm.
- Choose cabbage that is slightly darker green; if it’s purple cabbage, it should be dark purple and select the heads that feel heavy and firm.
- Avoid selecting cabbages with brown or black spots on the body or that are bruised, as these are old cabbages that are no longer crisp and fresh.
How to choose the right carrots
- Fresh and delicious carrots should be of moderate size, straight and elongated towards the tail, with smooth skin, firm to the touch, and slightly hard.
- Choose carrots that have a bright, deep orange color, with fresh green tops that are firmly attached to the root.
- Avoid carrots with wilted and bruised tops, damaged bodies, slimy surfaces, or any dark spots; if pressed, they should feel firm.
- Do not select oversized carrots with thick leaves and stems at the base and shoulder, as these are likely older, with more fibers and fewer nutrients.
How to prepare Cù lao chay
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Preparation of ingredients
Peel the carrots and zucchini, wash them thoroughly with water, then use a peeler to cut both into long, thin slices (taking the full width of the carrots and zucchini for easier rolling with the filling).
Separate the cabbage leaves, wash them clean with water, and cut them into rectangular pieces.
Vegetarian filling has its outer skin removed and cut into pieces about 2 finger widths long.
Chives, green onions, and cilantro should be washed thoroughly and drained. Cut the green onions and cilantro into small pieces.
Trim the ends of the straw mushrooms, soak them in water with 1/2 teaspoon of salt for 10 minutes, then rinse with clean water.
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Boil the vegetables
Place a pot containing 500ml of water on the stove, turn on the high heat and add 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Wait for the water to boil, then add the carrots, chayote, and cabbage to boil for 2 – 3 minutes, then remove and place immediately in a basket to drain.
For the chives, you should place them in boiling water for about 10 seconds and then remove them immediately; if overcooked, they will not be usable as ties for the vegetables.
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Roll the Cu lao chay
Lay 1 piece of vegetable on your hand, place a piece of chay stick on top, and gently roll it tightly until the end of the vegetable piece.
Use 1 chive leaf to tie the roll tightly, and continue rolling until all the prepared vegetables are used up.
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Cook Cù lao chay
Place a pot on the stove, add 700ml of water to the pot, and turn on high heat. Wait for the water to boil, then add all the rolled vegetables and reduce the heat to medium. Boil for about 5 minutes, then add all the straw mushrooms to cook together.
Next, season with 1 teaspoon of vegetarian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon of monosodium glutamate, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt, stir to dissolve the seasoning, then taste and adjust to your liking.
Cook on medium heat for an additional 5 – 7 minutes, when everything is cooked, turn off the heat, add all the chopped green onions, cilantro, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground pepper to complete.
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Final Product
Cù lao chay is now complete, the dish is a combination of crunchy sweet vegetables with delicious chewy vegetarian rolls. The broth is seasoned to be light and savory, and when served with hot rice, it is very tasty.
On vegetarian days, try your hand at cooking this dish for the whole family!
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