Chinese
Chinese - Shaanxi and Northwestern
Braised Melon Shaanxi
Chef's Menu Description
A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
- • 800g winter melon, cut into cubes
- • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- • 30g dried prawns, soaked
- • 3 slices ginger
- • 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- • 300ml chicken stock
- • 1/2 tsp white pepper
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Cook the ginger and soaked prawns in the oil until fragrant.
2
Phase 2
Stir in the winter melon cubes and wine.
3
Phase 3
Add the stock and soy; simmer 20 minutes until translucent.
4
Phase 4
Sprinkle with white pepper and serve hot.