Sichuan Kelp Salad

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh or soaked dried kelp

• 1 tablespoon light soy sauce

• 1 tablespoon black vinegar (can substitute 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar + splash of Worcestershire sauce)

• 3 cloves garlic, chopped

• 1-2 Thai peppers, thinly sliced

• 2 scallions, finely chopped

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon sugar

• 3 tablespoons vegetable or sesame oil

• Cilantro for garnish (optional)

Preparation

Bring a large pot of water to boil

1. Cook kelp for two minutes, transfer out, and drain well

2. Add light soy sauce, black vinegar, chopped scallion, pepper slices, and chopped garlic to kelp without mixing

3. Heat oil until hot and pour hot oil over the salad

4. (Optional) Garnish with cilantro