stir-fried bean sprouts

"this is an easy way to cook up some tasty bean sprouts in a wok. it is not necessary to trim them. simply rinse in a bowl of cold water and discard and husks that float to the surface"

Ingredients:

• 2-3 scallions
• 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 2 cups bean sprouts
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. light brown sugar
• few drops of sesame oil (optional)

Preparation:

• cut the scallions into short sections about the same length as the bean sprouts.
• heat oil in a wok and stir-fry the bean sprouts and scallions for about 1 minute.
• add the salt and sugar and continue stirring for 1 minute.
• sprinkle with the sesame oil, if using, and serve.
• do not overcook, or the bean sprouts will become soggy

Country:

china

Prepared: 2012-01-22

Makes: 4 servings

Categories: International
Vegetarian

Source: classic chinese cooking
(cookbook)