Chinese
Chinese - Jiangsu Su Cuisine
Stir Fried Water Shield
Chef's Menu Description
A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
- • 300g fresh water shield leaves
- • 2 tbsp peanut oil
- • 3 slices ginger
- • 2 spring onions, in segments
- • 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- • 1 tsp salt
- • 1 tsp sugar
- • 100ml chicken stock
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Pick over the water shield and rinse gently in cold water.
2
Phase 2
Warm the oil in a wok over medium heat.
3
Phase 3
Fry the ginger and spring onion whites until fragrant.
4
Phase 4
Add the leaves and turn gently to coat in the oil.
5
Phase 5
Pour in the stock and wine, then season with salt and sugar.
6
Phase 6
Serve in a shallow bowl while still tender and jelly-coated.