1 lb (500 g) mung bean sprouts with roots removed
7 tbsp (100 ml) vegetable oil
10 whole Sichuan peppercorns
1 tsp scallions, shredded
4 dried or fresh hot red chilli peppers, seeded and shredded
1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
1/4 tsp vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
3/4 oz (20 g) coriander, chopped in inch (2cm) sections
1/4 tsp MSG (optional)
Recipe
1. Wash the bean sprouts and drain well.
2. Heat the oil in a wok until the oil surface ripples. Add the peppercorns
and deep-fry until fragrant. Scoop out and discard. Add the scallions and
fry, add bean sprouts, red chilli pepper shreds, and salt. Stir-fry for 2
minutes. Pour in the vinegar and add MSG and sesame oil. Sprinkle with the
coriander, remove and serve.