Savory Stir-Fried Dried Pumpkin Tendrils with Perilla Seeds
Nutritious Dried Pumpkin Tendrils Cooked with Perilla Powder Recipe
Experience the delightful chewiness of dried pumpkin tendrils combined with the rich, nutty flavor of perilla seeds in this unique stir-fry. It makes a fantastic side dish for rice, and the savory broth is perfect for mixing with your rice for a satisfying meal. This healthy vegetable dish is a wonderful way to enjoy a special treat when you’re not feeling very hungry.
Ingredients
- Dried pumpkin tendrils 30g
- Water from soaking pumpkin 1 cup
- Green onion 1 Tbsp
- Sugar 1/3 Tbsp
- Minced garlic 1/2 Tbsp
- Perilla oil 1 Tbsp
- Soy sauce 1 Tbsp
- Perilla seed powder 1 Tbsp
- Sesame oil a little
- Sesame seeds a little
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 30g of dried pumpkin tendrils. Soak them in lukewarm water for about 3 hours, changing the water once in between. Soaking softens the tendrils, making them easier to cook.
Step 2
You’ll notice the water used to soak the pumpkin tendrils turns a beautiful yellowish hue, which is their natural color. Now, cut the soaked pumpkin tendrils into bite-sized pieces. Even the tastiest ingredients can be difficult to eat if they’re too long!
Step 3
Finely chop the green onion. While about 1 tablespoon is typically used for this dish, having it pre-chopped makes cooking much smoother. You can even use the extra for other recipes.
Step 4
(Tip) I took this photo to compare the color of the soaking liquid with the broth from a previous dried eggplant stir-fry. The color that emerges from different dried vegetables can vary, so this can be a helpful reference.
Step 5
Instead of mixing the seasoning in a separate bowl, add the pumpkin tendrils directly to the pan with the ingredients. This helps minimize any loss of seasoning. Start by adding 1 tablespoon of chopped green onion to the pan.
Step 6
Add 1/3 Tbsp sugar, 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic, 1 Tbsp perilla oil, and 1 Tbsp soy sauce. Gently mix everything together with your hands to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.
Step 7
Now, stir-fry the pumpkin tendrils over low heat. Pour in 1 cup of the reserved soaking water (the water used to soak the pumpkin tendrils). If you prefer a more soupy dish, feel free to add a little more water. You can adjust the final seasoning with salt later if needed.
Step 8
At this stage, add 1 tablespoon of perilla seed powder – the key ingredient for that rich, nutty flavor. This will greatly enhance the taste and aroma of the dish.
Step 9
Finally, add a little sesame oil and sesame seeds, mix well, and turn off the heat. Your delicious and savory dried pumpkin tendril stir-fry with perilla seeds is ready! The nutty aroma from the perilla is truly wonderful.
