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About Braised Prawns

Braised prawns is a classic traditional Chinese dish and a representative work of Chinese cuisine. Using classic cooking techniques, (Yóumèn Dàxiā) is widely popular in local families and restaurants.

Ingredients

• Prawns 500g
• Shrimp 500g
• Appropriate amount of cooking oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• Cooking wine 2 spoons
• 3 slices of ginger
• 2 green onions
• Salt as appropriate

Preparation Steps

1. 1. Wash and cut the braised prawns into pieces, blanch them in water to remove the blood foam and set aside
2. 2. Heat oil in a pot and sauté onions, ginger and garlic.
3. 3. Add braised prawns and fry until the surface is slightly brown.
4. 4. Add shrimp, ginger slices, green onions and appropriate amount of hot water
5. 5. Bring to a boil, then turn to low heat and simmer for 40-60 minutes
6. 6. Add salt and pepper, reduce the juice over high heat, and serve.

Cultural Notes

Braised prawns embody the culinary essence of Chinese cuisine. Chinese food culture has a long history in China. People are very particular about the selection of ingredients and the control of heat. Braised prawns are the epitome of this ingenuity.