Stir-fried soybeans is a special way to eat soybeans, and this method is more suitable for hot summer days, which can help us open our appetite better. Plus, soybeans are rich in fiber, which can help improve gastrointestinal function and accelerate peristalsis. So, let’s learn about the method of making cold soybeans now.

Method One

Main ingredient: an appropriate amount of soybeans.

Seasonings: an appropriate amount of salt, vinegar, scallion, ginger, garlic, 2 star anise, an appropriate amount of Sichuan peppercorns, 1 piece of cassia bark, an appropriate amount of dried chili peppers, an appropriate amount of soy sauce, 3 cassia leaves, a little sugar, an appropriate amount of chili oil, an appropriate amount of sesame oil.

Method

1. Add 1 spoon of salt to the rice washing water, add the soybeans, soak for a while, rub repeatedly, then rinse clean with running water, drain and set aside with scissors to cut off the two ends of the soybeans.

2. Add water to the pot, add soybeans, star anise, cassia leaves, and cinnamon, add 1 spoon of salt, bring to a boil over high heat, and then cook for about 3 minutes.

3. Prepare cold water with ice cubes, remove the boiled soybeans, drain the water, and quickly put them into the ice water to cool down, then remove and drain and set aside.

4. Put minced garlic, ginger, scallion, and chopped dried red pepper in the seasoning bowl

5. Add 2 small spoons of oil to the pot, add Sichuan peppercorns and stir-fry over medium heat until fragrant, then remove and discard them. Continue to heat the Sichuan pepper oil until it starts to bubble; pour the hot oil into the seasoning bowl to release the aroma, then add an appropriate amount of salt, sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, chili oil, and pure sesame oil, and mix well.

6. Pour the mixed seasoning sauce into the soybeans, mix well, and let it marinate slightly before serving.

Method Two

Ingredients

Fresh soybeans, 1 single clove of garlic, 2 star anise, 5 dried chili peppers, and prepare a large cup of cold water.

1. Wash the soybeans clean, remove the hairs on the surface, and you can use salt water to wash them for better results.

Use scissors to trim off the ends of the soybeans. This is done for two reasons: it is convenient for the seasoning to penetrate, and it makes it easier to eat later. A light bite, and the bean kernels will come out easily.

2. Add soybeans, star anise, and an appropriate amount of salt to the pot, add water to cover the soybeans. I also added 1 small spoon of oil when I cooked it, which made the dish look more attractive. Boil for another 3-5 minutes after it comes to a boil, then remove the soybeans, rinse with cold water, and drain and set aside.

3. While boiling the soybeans, let’s prepare the seasonings

Chop the garlic, add 2 spoons of vinegar, half a spoon of soy sauce, a little sugar, and mix well. Pour it over the cooked soybeans.

4. Clean and dry the pot, add 2 spoons of oil, and chop the dried chili peppers into pieces using scissors (cut directly in the pot to avoid spilling everywhere), then fry over low heat until fragrant (turn off the fire when the aroma of chili is detected).