Lily Bulb, Celery, and Cashew Stir-Fry
Fresh and Delicious Weight-Loss Recipe
Lilies contain protein, fat, sugars and more – they are effective for moistening the lungs and creating a cool relief in the body. Celery can help lower blood pressure and relieve constipation. Pairing these healthy foods with cashews and carrots, this dish is a delicious way to stay healthy and lose weight.
Advice from the Chef
Pay close attention to the amount of time and level of heat used when frying the cashews to keep them from becoming burnt.
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Ingredients
- 9 ounces (250 grams) fresh lilies
- 3 ½ ounces (100 grams) celery
- 3 ounces (80 grams) cashews
- 1 ¾ ounces (50 grams) carrots
Seasonings
- garlic, as needed
- ginger, as needed
- salt, as needed
- water-starch mixture, as needed
- peanut oil, as needed
Please see measurements in grams to be more exact for all ingredients and seasonings.
Cooking Directions
- Tear the petals off of the lilies, and wash. Chop the celery and carrots into pieces. Chop the garlic and ginger into small pieces.
- Blanch the lilies, celery, and carrot pieces in boiling water. Remove and allow to drip dry.
- Place the cashews into a pan, and fry in oil until golden. Remove and allow to drip dry.
- Add the garlic and ginger into the frying pan, leaving the remaining oil in the pan as well. When the aroma begins to fill the kitchen, add in the lilies, celery, and carrot pieces to fry.
- Add salt and mix evenly. Thicken with the water-starch mixture. Finally, add the cashews and continue to stir fry.