Lucky Three Vegetables
The number 3 symbolizes success in Chinese culture. However, the Cantonese believe the number 4 is very unlucky, so think twice before adding one more vegetable to this dish!
INGREDIENTS | SERVES 2
- 1 red bell pepper
- 4 Napa cabbage leaves
- 1 cup canned straw mushrooms
- 1½ tablespoons vegetable or peanut oil
- 2 teaspoons minced ginger
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1–2 tablespoons chicken broth or water
Cut the bell pepper in half, remove the seeds, and cut into thin strips. Cut the cabbage leaves crosswise into thin strips. Cut the straw mushrooms in half.
Heat a wok or skillet on medium-high heat until it is nearly smoking. Add the oil. When the oil is hot, add the ginger. Stir-fry for 10 seconds, until aromatic.
Add the Napa cabbage and the red bell pepper. Sprinkle with the salt. Stir-fry for a minute, then add the mushrooms.
Stir in the chicken broth or water. Stir-fry for 1 more minute, then remove from the pan. Serve hot.
