Celery and Peanut Salad
Cold Dishes

Celery and Peanut Salad

timer 38 MIN
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person 4 servings
Recipe
Celery and Peanut Salad

About This Recipe

This Sichuan-Inspired Peanut and Celery Salad is a refreshing, aromatic dish bursting with bold flavors and textures. Tender peanuts are simmered with fragrant Sichuan peppercorns, bay leaves, cinnamon, and fennel for a subtly spiced depth, while crisp celery is blanched to perfection for a satisfying crunch. The combination is elevated with a drizzle of olive oil, nutty sesame oil, and a hint of mustard oil for a touch of pungent warmth. A pinch of salt and monosodium glutamate enhances the umami-rich blend, creating a harmonious balance. Light yet flavorful, this salad is perfect as a side or a standalone snack. For an extra tangy kick, add a splash of vinegar before serving. Quick to prepare yet packed with complex flavors, this dish is a must-try for lovers of Sichuan cuisine and vibrant, healthy salads.

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 38m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • peanuts 150g
  • celery 200g
The aromatics
  • Sichuan peppercorns 1 tsp
  • bay leaves 2 leaves
  • cinnamon 1 cinnamon stick
  • fennel 1 tsp seeds
The sauce & seasonings
  • olive oil 2 tbsp
  • sesame oil 1 tbsp
  • salt to taste
  • monosodium glutamate 1/4 tsp
  • vinegar 1 tbsp (optional)

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Prepare all ingredients.
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Step 2
Step 2
Soak peanuts in water; add Sichuan peppercorns, bay leaves, cinnamon, fennel, and salt to a pot of water, then add the peanuts and cook over low heat until they are done.
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Step 3
Let cool.
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Step 4
Step 4
Pound the celery to flatten it, then cut it into small sections at an angle.
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Step 5
Step 5
Blanch in water until it is no longer raw (add a little salt and a few drops of sesame oil to the water).
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Step 6
Soak in cold water, then remove and drain the water.
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Step 7
Step 7
Mix the celery and peanuts together, adding salt, olive oil, mustard oil, a pinch of monosodium glutamate, and sesame oil for seasoning.
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Step 8
Mix well and serve; you can add a little vinegar before eating.

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