LAO NAI YANG YU (CHINESE SPICY MASHED POTATOES)
This is a dish our family likes to order in Kunming. The name literally means "Old granny potatoes" because it's well-suited to people who have no teeth. I've never seen how it's made, but I found the following description at http://www.etours.cn/china_city_guide/yunnan_travel_guide/dining/kunming_food.php : "Making method is very simple and popular for people of all ages. In fact we can think of it as a kind of mashed potato stir-fried with vegetable oil, chopped shallot and onion, and sliced green pepper and hams and so on. Assistant materials are added according to individual taste." With that description and my own memory of the dish to go on, here's a recipe!
Provided by Kate S.
Categories Mashed Potatoes
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel potatoes, and dice into 1-inch cubes.
- Boil potatoes in water for 10 minutes or until done. Drain water.
- Mash potatoes briefly with a hand masher--there should still be a lot of large lumps.
- Heat empty wok over highest heat until you can see heat rise from the surface.
- Add peanut oil and swirl in wok for a moment until heated.
- Add garlic cloves and chilies and toss in oil for a moment until fragrant. If the garlic starts to brown before you get the other ingredients added, move off heat for a moment.
- Add green onions, fennel, chili paste, and salt and stir-fry for a moment until ingredients are fully combined and green onion is wilted. (The fennel of Yunnan has only leafy green parts, no bulb, so it resembles dillweed.).
- Add potatoes, stir-fry until ingredients are thoroughly combined and potatoes are heated through.
- Serves 4 as part of a Chinese meal (a couple of meat dishes, a green vegetable, lao nai potatoes, a soup, and white rice).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.6, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 3.1, Sodium 591.1, Carbohydrate 21.9, Fiber 3, Sugar 1.3, Protein 2.8
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MD mursanin Khan
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Abdullaha Abdullaha
[email protected]I'm a big fan of spicy food, and this dish definitely delivers. The sauce is nice and spicy, but it's not too overwhelming.
Angelo Steve
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the mashed potatoes, and they don't even notice the vegetables.
Sohag MoLLHa
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. You can add different vegetables or proteins to it, depending on what you have on hand.
Najmul Ahmed
[email protected]I wasn't sure what to expect from this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's a really unique and flavorful dish.
Ch HUSSNAIN
[email protected]This dish is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I love the way the flavors all come together.
Blind GamerZ
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it always turns out great. It's one of my favorite comfort food dishes.
ASTMER with gamer
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. I always have some leftover after Thanksgiving, and this is a delicious way to use them up.
Mariam Issa
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Awais Baig
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce had just the right amount of heat.
Suraj Muktar
[email protected]The combination of flavors in this dish is amazing. The sweetness of the potatoes, the heat of the sauce, and the creaminess of the cheese all come together perfectly.
Ak G
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to make. I was able to whip it up in no time, and it turned out delicious.
Judth Mwendalubi
[email protected]This Lao Nai Yang Yu recipe was a hit with my family! The mashed potatoes were creamy and flavorful, and the spicy sauce added a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again.