Chinese
Chinese - Anhui Hui Cuisine
Braised Eel Hui
Chef's Menu Description
A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
- • 500g eel fillets, cut into 2-inch pieces
- • 6 cloves garlic, smashed
- • 4 slices fresh ginger
- • 3 spring onions, cut into 2-inch lengths
- • 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- • 300ml water
- • 2 tbsp cooking oil
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Rinse the eel pieces and pat dry with kitchen roll.
2
Phase 2
Heat the oil in a wok and fry the eel for 3 minutes until lightly golden.
3
Phase 3
Add the garlic, ginger, and spring onions and stir-fry for 1 minute.
4
Phase 4
Pour in the Shaoxing wine, soy sauces, and water; bring to a boil.
5
Phase 5
Cover and braise over medium-low heat for 20 minutes until the eel is tender.
6
Phase 6
Uncover and boil the sauce until glossy, then serve.