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Korean-style asparagus

Number of servings: 4Cooking time: 30 minDifficulty: EasyMeal: Snack

Korean-style asparagus is not a simple dish, nothing like what you think. A special vegetarian delicacy actually made from soybeans, known as fuzhu, will charm you with its unique aroma and ease of preparation.

This dish will be an ideal companion for lunch or dinner, complementing your menu with a bright explosion of flavors. With a simple cooking technique, it pairs with many Eastern dishes, adding exotic notes.

Suitable for those who want to try something unusual and healthy, which will definitely appeal to even the most demanding gourmets.

Variations:

- With the addition of carrots

- With soy sauce and sesame oil

- With red hot pepper for spiciness

Secrets of Tenderness and Flavor:

- Soak the fuzhu well until completely saturated with water.

- Use fresh and quality ingredients.

- Allow the dish to infuse for at least 10 hours.

Ingredient Tips:

- Soak the fuzhu in cool water to make it softer.

- Use only fresh garlic — it's important for the aroma.

- When choosing oil, prefer oils with a delicate aroma.

Cook's Nuances:

- Fuzhu has its unique texture, which can benefit from additional spiciness.

- Don't be afraid to experiment with the amount of spices.

- This dish reveals its aroma better the next day.

Ingredients

Fuju Asparagus Dry Soybean 500g

250 g

Garlic

3 cloves

Chumak Zolota Refined Sunflower Oil 900ml

3 tbsp

Runa Elite Apple Vinegar 6% 0.5l

1 tbsp

Kikkoman Soy Sauce 250ml

1 tbsp

Sarkara Produkt Demerara Unrefined Brown Cane Sugar 500g

0.5 tbsp

Mriia Grounded Coriander 20g

to taste

Mriia Ground Black Pepper 20g

to taste

Pekelnyi Perets Ground Red Chili Pepper 20g

to taste

Preparation steps

01

Soaking — soak the fuzhu in water. Time: 720 min. Guide: fuzhu should become soft.

02

Slicing — cut the fuzhu into pieces of 4-6 cm. Time: 5 min. Guide: uniform shape.

03

Sautéing — fry garlic with onion. Time: 5 min. Guide: golden color.

04

Mixing — mix the fuzhu with vinegar and salt. Time: 10 min. Guide: even coating.

05

Spices — add spices, soy sauce and carrots if using. Time: 5 min. Guide: aromatic mixture.

06

Infusing — place in the refrigerator. Time: 10 hr. Guide: well-soaked dish.

07

Tip: Enjoy the aromatic Korean delicacy as a standalone dish or as a side.