Cold Okra Salad

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Wash the okra thoroughly, but don't cut off the core. Blanch it in boiling water for 3 minutes (don't overcook it, or it won't be crisp enough). Add a spoonful of salt and a suitable amount of oil to the water. (The oil and salt will enhance the color of the okra.)

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   Cook the okra until just tender, then remove it and place it in cold water 1 minute (this helps maintain the okra's crisp texture). Trim the thick part of the chilled okra, then cut it in half lengthwise and arrange it evenly on a plate with the cut side facing up.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   To make the sauce, in a bowl, combine chopped scallions, ginger, and garlic with salt, sugar, white rice vinegar, and chopped chili peppers (omit if you don't like spicy food). Heat oil in a pan until boiling, then pour it over the sauce. Next, add soy sauce and dark vinegar to the bowl and stir well.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the okra. (If eating in summer, you can also chill it in the refrigerator for a while.)