Saturday, March 12, 2011

Chinese "Quesadilla"

Leek Leaf Cake at Dean Sin World

Upon first glance, this looks like a weird healthy wrap or burrito. Upon closer inspection, you'd probably realize that it's not. This is the leek leaf cake from Dean Sin World in Monterey Park. It's filled with clear vermicelli noodles, tofu and Chinese leeks (gow choi). The outside "tortilla" thing is actually the same dough as the wontons are made out of. Am I blowing your mind? This thing is delicious. I suppose some people would balk that it has no meat, but, I'm Chinese, so I'm used to things not having meat. It's fried (usually not my thing, but I make exceptions) and there's a great balance between the crispy oily skin and the inside. If I haven't made a strong enough case for you to visit Dean Sin World before, I think I have now. So, please go and support the old ladies that work there. Thanks (: