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Celery and Peanut Salad

A refreshing cold salad combining crisp blanched celery with boiled aromatic peanuts tossed in a simple savory dressing.

25 minEasyServes 4240 cal/serving

ChineseSaladStovetopVeganVegetarianLow CarbKosher-styleDairy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreePork-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 6 celery stalks, sliced diagonally
  • 1 cup raw peanuts, shelled
  • 2 star anise pod
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tsp chili oil
  • 1/2 tsp granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil 1 cup shelled raw peanuts in water with 2 star anise pod and half of the 1 tsp salt for 10 minutes until tender, then drain and cool.

  2. 2

    Blanch 6 sliced diagonally celery stalks in boiling water for 1 minute, then transfer to an ice bath and drain thoroughly.

  3. 3

    Whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp toasted sesame oil, 2 tsp chili oil, 1/2 tsp granulated sugar, and remaining 1 tsp salt in a bowl.

  4. 4

    Toss the cooled raw peanuts and blanched celery stalks with the dressing and serve cold.

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Questions

Why blanch first in Celery and Peanut Salad?

Step 2 reads: "Blanch 6 sliced diagonally celery stalks in boiling water for 1 minute, then transfer to an ice bath and drain thoroughly." The quick boil in step 2 sets the color and takes off the raw edge. If the step follows it with cold water, that is to stop the cooking at once so the vegetables stay bright and crisp.

What can I use instead of toasted sesame oil in Celery and Peanut Salad?

The entry for Celery and Peanut Salad calls for 2 tsp toasted sesame oil. In its place: There is no neutral substitute for the toasted flavor. Warm a spoonful of sesame seeds in a neutral oil, or leave it out and finish with toasted seeds.

Can I make Celery and Peanut Salad gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Celery and Peanut Salad is 2 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

Is Celery and Peanut Salad low-carb?

A serving of Celery and Peanut Salad carries 9 g of carbohydrate, 4 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 45 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 9 percent.

Does Celery and Peanut Salad contain peanuts?

Yes: 1 cup raw peanuts, shelled. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, peanuts, soy and sesame. Where the peanuts are a garnish, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds give the same crunch. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Celery and Peanut Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 240 calories, with 8 g protein, 9 g carbohydrate and 19 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 520 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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