needles in a haystack

Wallace, NC
Updated on Oct 11, 2011

Web Photo: Want a dish that is easy, colorful and bursting with vitamins? Well, this is it. Fast cooking with the stirfry method in a small amount of oil and seasoned to perfection. The rosemary represents the "needles" and the julienne vegetables make the haystack. Delicious !!

prep time 20 Min
cook time 10 Min
method ---
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup jicama (peeled)
  • 1 cup sweet potatoes (peeled)
  • 1 cup brocoli stems only (peeled)
  • 1 cup carrots (peeled)
  • 1 cup celery stalks (strings removed)
  • 1 cup red bell pepper (seeds removed)
  • 1 cup green bell pepper (seeds removed)
  • 3 sprigs rosemary (finely chopped)
  • - salt & pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil

How To Make needles in a haystack

  • Step 1
    Julienne all 7 vegetables (also called matchsticks)cutting the pieces about 2 - 3 inches long.
  • Step 2
    Pour the oil into a skillet or wok & heat on high. Add the vegetables and sprinkle the rosemary, salt & pepper on top. Cook until the vegetables are crisp tender stirring constantly.
  • Step 3
    This dish is great to serve with any entree. Serve hot.

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