Xuanwei Ham Stewed with Taro
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Yunnan cuisine has a long and storied history, with Yunnan Ham as one of its most representative dishes. The flavors are fresh, light, and diverse, making expert use of herbs and mushrooms. Excelling in stir-frying, stewing, steaming, and braising, it fully embodies the culinary wisdom of Yunnan cuisine.
Ingredients
- Xuanwei ham 300g (cut slices)
- Taro 300g (peeled, cut slices)
- Ginger 10g (sliced)
- Scallions 2
- Shaoxing wine 1 tbsp
- Sugar 1 tsp
- Cooking oil 1 tbsp
Instructions
- 1. Soak Xuanwei ham in warm water 20 minutes to reduce saltiness.
- 2. Cut ham into 5mm slices.
- 3. Peel taro and cut into slices of similar thickness.
- 4. Oil a steaming plate.
- 5. Layer taro slices, then ham slices alternately.
- 6. Top with ginger slices.
- 7. Steam over high heat for 40 minutes until taro is very soft.
- 8. The ham fat should be translucent. Serve with steamed rice.
文化小知识
Zucai combines the cooking traditions of the Dai, Yi and other ethnic minorities, and makes good use of herbs and fungi unique to Yunnan. Cross-bridge rice noodles, steam pot chicken, and steamed vegetables are all classic examples of delayed vegetables. Yunnan ham is a household name in Yunnan. It is a must-have dish at festivals and family gatherings, and is also the epitome of the food culture of Zucai.