Dua Chua

Name: Dua Chua
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Ingredients: 2 lbs mustard greens, chopped; 4 scallions, sliced; 4 cups warm water; 2 tbsp coarse salt; 1 tbsp granulated sugar

Traditional Vietnamese pickled mustard greens with a tangy flavor and crisp texture. Serve as a bright accent for rich meats or use in savory braises and soups.

20 minEasyServes 815 cal/serving

VietnameseSideFermentedVeganVegetarianLow CarbStandardHalal-friendlyKosher-styleGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

2 lbs mustard greens, chopped
4 scallions, sliced
4 cups warm water
2 tbsp coarse salt
1 tbsp granulated sugar

Instructions

1

Dry 2 lbs chopped mustard greens at room temperature for several hours until slightly wilted.
2

Dissolve 2 tbsp coarse salt and 1 tbsp granulated sugar in 4 cups warm water.
3

Pack mustard greens and 4 sliced scallions into a clean glass jar.
4

Pour brine over ingredients to submerge, seal jar, and ferment at room temperature for 2 to 4 days.

Questions

How long does Dua Chua keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Dua Chua?

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