Stir Fried Water Chestnuts
Chinese Chinese - Jiangsu Su Cuisine

Stir Fried Water Chestnuts

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 Preparation Steps

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 fresh water chestnuts
  • • 2 tbsp peanut oil
  • • 1 tsp salt
  • • 1 tsp sugar
  • • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
  • • 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine
  • • 2 spring onions, sliced diagonally
  • • 3 slices ginger

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Peel the water chestnuts and slice them into thin rounds.

2
Phase 2

Heat the oil and fry the ginger until aromatic.

3
Phase 3

Add the chestnuts and toss over high heat for 2 minutes.

4
Phase 4

Splash in the wine and soy sauce with salt and sugar.

5
Phase 5

Stir until the liquid clings, keeping the chestnuts crunchy.

6
Phase 6

Scatter with spring onions and serve at once.