Chinese
Chinese - Jiangsu Su Cuisine
Crystal Meat Aspic
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 pork trotter
- • 500g pork belly
- • 3 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- • 3 slices ginger
- • 2 spring onions
- • 2 star anise
- • 1 tsp salt
- • 800ml water
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Scrape the trotter clean and cut the belly into strips.
2
Phase 2
Boil both meats for 5 minutes, then rinse.
3
Phase 3
Cook with wine, ginger, spring onions, star anise, and salt for 2 hours.
4
Phase 4
Skim the froth until the broth is clear.
5
Phase 5
Press the meats into a mold and pour the broth over, then refrigerate overnight.
6
Phase 6
Cut the set aspic into translucent slabs and serve cold with Zhenjiang vinegar.