Prepare a flavorful broth by boiling water with chicken broth, then add seaweed, mushrooms, and soft bean curd skin. Blanch some lettuce and combine everything in a bowl. Top it off with cilantro for a fresh finish. Enjoy this fun and flavorful meal!

Ingredients

• Chopped green onions

• Chili flakes

• White sesame seeds

• Hot oil

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce

• 1 tablespoon vinegar

• 0.5 tablespoon oyster sauce

• 3 garlic cloves

• A pinch of salt

• A small amount of purified water

• Fresh chicken broth

• 1 teaspoon salt

• Seaweed

• Mushrooms

• Softened bean curd skin

• Bean sausages

• Lettuce

• Cilantro

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine chopped green onions, chili flakes, and white sesame seeds.

2. Pour hot oil over the mixture to bring out the fragrance.

3. Add soy sauce, vinegar, and oyster sauce, and mix well.

4. Smash 3 garlic cloves and add a pinch of salt.

5. Mash into a garlic paste.

6. Stir in a small amount of purified water.

7. Boil water in a pot and add some fresh chicken broth.

8. Add a teaspoon of salt.

9. Toss in seaweed and mushrooms, cooking for a bit.

10. Add softened bean curd skin and bean sausages.

11. Blanch the lettuce briefly.

12. Add 2 large spoons of broth to the sauce bowl.

13. Incorporate the cooked ingredients into the bowl.

14. Mix in 1 tablespoon of garlic paste.

15. Garnish with cilantro, and it’s ready to enjoy!

Tips

• Prep Ahead: Chop all your ingredients before starting. This makes the cooking process smoother and more enjoyable!

• Adjust Spice Levels: If you’re sensitive to heat, start with less chili flakes and adjust to your taste.

• Fresh Ingredients Matter: Use fresh garlic and veggies for the best flavor. Fresh ingredients make a huge difference!

• Watch the Cooking Time: Be careful not to overcook the seaweed and mushrooms; they should remain tender yet firm.

• Taste as You Go: Don’t forget to taste your broth and adjust the seasoning as needed. A little more salt or soy sauce can enhance the dish!

• Garnish for Color: Adding cilantro not only boosts flavor but also adds a pop of color to your dish. Enjoy your cooking!

FAQs

Q: Can I substitute any ingredients?
A: Absolutely! If you don’t have oyster sauce, soy sauce is a great alternative. Feel free to adjust based on what you have on hand!

Q: What if I don’t like spicy food?
A: No worries! You can reduce the chili flakes or leave them out completely. The dish will still be full of flavor without the heat!

Q: How can I make this dish vegetarian?
A: It’s easy! Just replace chicken broth with vegetable broth and skip the bean sausages. You can add more veggies for extra texture and taste!