Tatsoi

SPICY STIR FRY TATSOI

Hydroponic Classroom Ingredients:
Tatsoi

Additional Ingredients:
Soy sauce
Rice vinegar (optional – can use apple cider vinegar or other vinegar)
Sugar
Ginger 
Lime juice 
Oil
Cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions: 

1. In a bowl whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, ¼ teaspoon rice vinegar, 2 teaspoons sugar, 2 teaspoons minced ginger, ¼ teaspoons cayenne pepper
2. Using a large skillet over medium heat add 1 tablespoon oil and saute tatsoi
3. When the tatsoi is wilted, add sauce and reduce to low heat until sauce thickens a bit
4. Serve and enjoy!

Inspired by: https://www.freshcityfarms.com/recipes/gingery-sauteed-tatsoi-with-tofu-steaks

CHICKPEA AND TATSOI COCONUT CURRY

Hydroponic Classroom Ingredients:
Tatsoi

Instructions:

1. Cook the rice according to specific instructions on the package.
2. Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, curry powder, red pepper flakes and a healthy pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for 1 minute longer, stirring often to coat the onion and garlic in the spices.
3. Add in the vegetable stock, chickpeas and coconut milk. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the lime juice and tatsoi and keep on low heat until the greens wilts down. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper.
4. Serve with a scoop of rice and enjoy.

TATSOI SALAD WITH SESAME DRESSING

Hydroponic Classroom Ingredients:
Tatsoi

Recipe Adapted from Gina Matsoukas (https://www.runningtothekitchen.com/tatsoi-recipe-salad/) 

Instructions:

1. Place the tatsoi greens, pea shoots and clementine segments in a large bowl. For an optional addition, add any other vegetables that you like and have available. 
2. To make the dressing, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Slowly add the water while whisking until you reach your preferred dressing consistency.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until combined.
4. Garnish with sesame seeds and enjoy!

STIR-FRIED TATSOI WITH MUSHROOMS

Hydroponic Classroom Ingredients:
Tatsoi

Recipe Adapted from Simon Fan (https://soyricefire.com/2012/12/09/stir-fried-tatsoi-with-shiitake-mushrooms/) 

Instructions:

1. Rehydrate the dried mushrooms in a small bowl with ½ cup of water until softened, about 1 hour.
2. Squeeze out excess water from mushrooms. Save the soaking liquid for later.
3. Remove the stems and cut the caps into thin slices. 
4. Remove the cores of tatsoi and break into separate leaves. Rinse and drain well.
5. Place a wok or skillet over medium-high heat until hot, then add in the oil. When the oil starts to shimmer, add the tatsoi and stir-fry for 1 minute. 
6. Add the mushrooms and Shaoxing wine, and toss for around 20 seconds. Pour in the soaking water and cook, covered, for 1 minute. Add the sugar and season to taste with salt and pepper. 
7. Drizzle with the sesame oil and enjoy!