Rice and Other Side Dishes

With a few exceptions, these accompaniments are mostly vegetarian and I have created them with ease of preparation in mind while ensuring they deliver maximum flavor. My selection also continues the themes of my four main chapters, from Modern Takeout Favorites such as the familiar Egg-fried Rice to a simple family favorite, Chinese Pea Shoots in Sesame and Garlic, to reflect the traditional home cooking celebrated in Chapter 2. The fusion of East and West is picked up in the recipe for Soy and Sesame Green Beans and, finally, the East on East influence is understated but discernable in the Chinese Pickled Salad recipe – my take on Korean-style kimchi (otherwise known as fiery pickled Napa cabbage salad). Enjoy!