Hijiki-Shiitake Sauté

This surprisingly easy to make dish is loaded with lentian which enhances immune system function and strengthens its ability to fight infection.

(Make 4 serves)

Amount Per Serving: 99 Calories, 14 g. Carbohydrates, 4 g. Fat, 4 g. Protein

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of hijiki (seaweed can be found in Asian stores)
• 3 cups of water
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1 carrot, sliced into matchstick
• 1 Tbsp. of toasted sesame oil
• 2 shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 1 cup of apple juice
• 2 Tbsp. of tamari soy sauce
• 1 tsp. of fresh ginger, grated

Preparation:

• Soak hijiki for 10 mins in water. Strain and keep water.
• In medium saucepan, sauté onions and carrots in sesame oil until onions are transparent.
• Add hijiki, shiitakes, and soaking water plus apple juice to cover mixture. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer gently for 45 mins.
• Stir in tamari and juice from ginger. Simmer for 15 mins, until most of liquid is evaporated. Serve warm or chilled.

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