Chinese
Chinese - Fujian Min Cuisine
Braised Eel Min
Chef's Menu Description
A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
- • 600g fresh eel, cleaned and cut into 5cm sections
- • 6 cloves garlic, whole
- • 4 slices fresh ginger
- • 120ml red rice wine (hongzao jiu)
- • 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- • 1 tbsp rock sugar
- • 2 spring onions, cut into lengths
- • 300ml chicken stock
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Pat the eel sections dry and score the flesh lightly.
2
Phase 2
Heat a wok with oil and fry the garlic and ginger until golden.
3
Phase 3
Add the eel and stir until coated, then pour in the red rice wine, soy sauces, and rock sugar.
4
Phase 4
Add the chicken stock, cover, and braise over low heat for 25 minutes.
5
Phase 5
Uncover and reduce the sauce until glossy, about 10 minutes.
6
Phase 6
Scatter spring onions over the top and serve hot.