Follow these steps for perfect results
Savoy Cabbage
outer leaves removed
Sea Salt
to taste
Garlic Cloves
peeled
Fresh Ginger
peeled
Spring Onions
trimmed
Fresh Coriander
chopped
Fresh Red Chili Pepper
finely chopped
Fish Sauce
Chicken Thighs
boneless, skinless, roughly chopped
Water Chestnuts
canned
Limes
zest and juice of
Sesame Oil
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
for steamer
Sweet Chili Sauce
for serving
Soy Sauce
for serving
Toasted Sesame Seeds
for garnish
Remove the core and outer leaves from the cabbage.
Separate the remaining cabbage leaves.
Blanch the cabbage leaves in salted boiling water for 2 minutes to soften.
Cool the blanched leaves in cold water and drain.
In a food processor, combine garlic, ginger, spring onions, coriander, chili, fish sauce, and salt.
Process until finely chopped.
Add chicken, water chestnuts, lime zest and juice, and sesame oil to the food processor.
Pulse until a minced meat consistency is achieved.
Place a spoonful of the chicken mixture onto one end of each cabbage leaf.
Fold the sides of the cabbage leaf inward.
Roll up the cabbage leaf to form a parcel.
Rub a steamer with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Place the cabbage parcels in the steamer.
Steam over boiling water for about 6 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
Check for doneness by cutting one parcel in half to ensure the heat has penetrated.
Expert advice for the best results
Serve with a side of steamed rice.
Garnish with extra spring onions and chili flakes for added flavor and heat.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Filling can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Arrange parcels neatly on a plate, drizzled with sweet chili sauce and garnished with sesame seeds and chopped spring onions.
Serve as an appetizer or a light meal.
Accompany with a side of steamed greens.
The slight sweetness of the Riesling complements the savory filling.
Cleansing and aromatic.
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