Chinese
Chinese - Anhui Hui Cuisine
Braised Soft Shell Turtle
Chef's Menu Description
A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
- • 1 soft shell turtle, about 700g, cleaned
- • 6 slices fresh ginger
- • 3 spring onions, tied in a knot
- • 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- • 500ml chicken stock
- • 1 tbsp cooking oil
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Cut the turtle into pieces and blanch in boiling water for 2 minutes; rinse.
2
Phase 2
Heat the oil in a pot and sear the turtle pieces until the edges turn golden.
3
Phase 3
Add the ginger and spring onions and fry for 1 minute.
4
Phase 4
Pour in the Shaoxing wine, soy sauces, and stock; bring to a boil.
5
Phase 5
Cover and simmer over low heat for 60 minutes until the meat is tender.
6
Phase 6
Stir in salt and simmer uncovered 10 minutes until the sauce is glossy.