Stir-fried Cucumbers with Wood Ears and Bean Threads

Step 1

Cut the bean threads into 2-inch pieces.

Step 2

Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the reconstituted bean threads and wood ears, and blanch for 90 seconds. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

Heat a wok over medium heat, and add the oil, along with the spicy bean sauce, ginger slices, and the white parts of the scallions.

Step 4

Cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until the oil turns red and the aromatics are fragrant. Add the garlic, and cook for another 15 seconds.

Step 5

Increase the heat to high, and add the blanched bean threads and wood ears. Stir-fry for 1 minute. Add the Shaoxing wine around the perimeter of the wok, and then add the cucumbers. Stir-fry for 30 seconds.

Step 6

Add the light soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Then add the water and cornstarch mixture. Continue stir-frying until the sauce coats the vegetables. Stir in the green parts of the scallions. Once wilted, remove from the wok to a serving plate.