dinner · vegetarian · vegan · dairy-free
Braised winter melon with ginger and toasted sesame
Thick wedges of winter melon braised in a ginger and soy broth until translucent, topped with toasted sesame seeds.
- Time
- 35min
- Steps
- 4
Ingredients
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Contains wheat, soy and sesame.
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Method
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1
Peel and seed the winter melon, cut it into thick wedges and brown them lightly in the neutral oil.
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2
Add the sliced ginger, vegetable stock and light soy sauce. Cover and simmer for about 18 minutes, until translucent and tender.
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3
Uncover and let the broth reduce until lightly concentrated.
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4
Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan and sprinkle them over the melon.
