This is a recipe passed down from my great-grandmother on my father's side -- he missed these so much when my family came to the United States that he taught himself to cook just to make them again. They are, in many ways, the epitome of Shanghainese cooking: flavorful but not overwhelming, savory-sweet, with a bit of shaoxing wine for extra depth. Perfect warming comfort food. If you want a saltier or more intense flavor, increase the amount of soy sauce and sesame oil.
Here's a guilt-free main dish or side that's packed with fresh green spinach, avocado, bright red strawberries, heart-healthy pecans, olive oil, goat cheese and quinoa for a boost of essential amino acids.