Vegetable pickle

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Vegetable pickle

Description

This spicy vegetable pickle is the perfect accompaniment to your Asian-style feast.

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :20 Min

Cook Time : 15 Min

Total Time : 35 Min

Ingredients

Serves :
  • 300g green beans, trimmed


  • 300g cauliflower, cut into small florets


  • 300g carrot, peeled, halved lengthways, sliced diagonally


  • 60ml (1/4 cup) vegetable oil


  • 2 red onions, halved, thinly sliced


  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped


  • 3cm-piece fresh ginger, peeled, finely chopped


  • 1/2 teaspoon chilli flakes


  • 3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric


  • 125ml (1/2 cup) white vinegar


  • 2 tablespoons caster sugar


  • 80g (1/2 cup) roasted unsalted peanuts, finely chopped

Directions

  • Bring a large saucepan of salted water to the boil. Add the beans, cauliflower and carrot. Cook for 1 minute. Drain, reserving 125ml (1/2 cup) of the cooking water.
  • Heat the oil in a large wok over medium-high heat. Add the onion and stir-fry for 1 minute. Add the garlic, ginger, chilli and turmeric. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until the onion just starts to soften.
  • Add the reserved water, vinegar and sugar. Increase heat to high and bring to the boil. Add the vegetables and stir-fry for 3 minutes or until heated through.
  • Transfer the vegetable mixture to a serving bowl. Cover and set aside to cool. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the peanuts to serve.