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Hand-torn Crispy Beijing Cabbage

Hand-torn Crispy Beijing Cabbage

Hand-torn cabbage leaves are kneaded with salt until they shrink and soften, keeping a lively crunch that suits simple everyday meals.

Instructions

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    (1) Wash the Beijing cabbage and chili peppers and set aside.

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    (2) Tear all of the Beijing cabbage into small pieces by hand (you can use a knife, but tearing by hand makes the pieces look nicer and taste better);

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    (3) Use a clean, oil-free container and evenly add a small amount of salt;

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    (4) Rub and knead with your hands for a while to make it absorb the flavor more easily;

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    (5) When massaging and kneading until it has shrunk by about one-third, evenly pour in an appropriate amount of white vinegar and add the chili segments;

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    (6) Stir evenly with clean, oil-free chopsticks, and it can be eaten after being left at room temperature for 6 hours;

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    (7) If you make too much at once, you can also store it in a clean container and put it in the refrigerator;

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Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • Beijing cabbage
    1 piece (approx. 600g)
  • finger chili
    3 pieces (approx. 5g)

Seasonings

  • white vinegar
    to taste
  • Sugar
    to taste
  • Salt
    to taste