Ingredients
1 bunch of celery, top and bottom removed, stalks separated and cut in half lengthwise
1 tablespoon rice vinegar or white vinegar
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
4 tablespoons soy sauce
2 dashes Chinese chili oil or hot sauce (optional)
1/2 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Preparation
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the celery and blanch for 2 minutes. Remove, rinse, and cool. Peel off the fibrous strings. Cut the celery into bite-sized pieces.
In a bowl, whisk together the vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, chili oil, if using, sugar, and cilantro, if using. Toss in the celery. Cover and refrigerate to cool before serving.
