Sakura Hijiki with Cabbage
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Here's another easy microwave recipe! Enjoy a twist on your usual cabbage with the fragrant aroma of cherry blossoms and the crispiness of hijiki - it's a whole new flavor experience!
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Ingredients:
- Sakura Hijiki (before desalting/soaking) 60g / 6g
- Cabbage (torn into bite-sized pieces by hand) 300g
- Unsalted butter 30g
How to:
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Rinse the young hijiki a couple of times, then soak in water for about 5 minutes to desalt it after rinsing off the salt. For Dried Hijiki, soak it in water for 8 minutes.
- Wash the cabbage, tear it by hand (slice if there's a core), and place it in a microwave-safe bowl or deep dish. Thinly slice the butter and place it on top.
- Cover loosely with plastic wrap and microwave on high for about 3 minutes at 600 watts. Check periodically to ensure it retains a slight crunchiness. If it's still firm, continue microwaving in 30-second intervals until done.
- Combine the hijiki with the cabbage in a large bowl and taste. If it needs more salt, add some and mix well.
- Serve in a dish, garnishing with cherry blossoms on top!
This "Sakura Hijiki" dish features tender young shoots harvested in early spring. Its crispy texture makes it perfect for a salad-like dish that's easy to enjoy! It fills your senses with the pure fragrance of spring and a refreshing taste.
