Tang Hulu

Skewers of hawthorn berries or strawberries dipped in shimmering clear toffee until encased in a brittle sugar shell.

Ingredients

• 600g beef sirloin
• 1 cup steamed buns
• 2 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 1/2 tsp white pepper
• 2 tbsp neutral vegetable oil
• 200g bok choy
• a handful of fresh scallion greens, chopped
• soy sauce, for serving

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the jasmine rice base and set it aside to rest while you get the filling ready.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine the beef sirloin, shiitake mushrooms, sliced scallion whites, and star anise, mixing well so everything is evenly seasoned.

3. 3

   Heat neutral vegetable oil in a skillet, wok, or on a griddle over medium-high heat until shimmering.

4. 4

   Cook the jasmine rice until lightly golden on each side, then transfer to a warm plate.

5. 5

   Fry, grill, or steam the beef sirloin mixture until cooked through and lightly charred at the edges, about 10 mins.

6. 6

   Assemble by layering the jasmine rice with the filling, a spoonful of oyster sauce, and a scattering of chives.

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