Mixed vegetables in coconut milk

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
cupWater
8smallsShallots, finely diced
cupCoconut milk
poundsAssorted vegetables*
1teaspoonSugar
½teaspoonSalt
Oriental basil leaves

Directions

In a wok, over high heat, bring water to a boil. Add shallots & ¼ c coconut milk & return to a boil. Add vegetables & bring to a boil.

Add sugar & salt & reduce heat to medium. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly, or until the vegetables are just tender.

Add the rest of the coconut milk & return to a boil, stirring constantly for 1 minute. Remove wok from the heat. Garnish with basil leaves & serve.

*Use assorted vegetables such as eggplant, cauliflower, beans, etc.

Grace Young, "The Best of Thailand: A Cookbook" Submitted By MARK SATTERLY On 09-26-94