「Scallion-Braised Sea Cucumber」

Ingredients and amounts

• 4 rehydrated sea cucumbers (Arctic sea cucumbers)
• White part of 1 large scallion
• 20-25ml cooking oil
• 20g oyster sauce
• 5g light soy sauce
• 2g sugar
• 2g cornstarch

Step-by-step method

1. 1

   Step 1

   Cut the scallion white into 1cm sections and set aside.

2. 2

   Step 2

   Cut the sea cucumbers into 1cm sections and set aside.

3. 3

   Step 3

   In a bowl, mix 20g oyster sauce, 10g light soy sauce, and 2g sugar until combined.

4. 4

   Step 4

   In another bowl, mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry for thickening.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Heat a pan and add 20-25ml cooking oil. Wait 10 seconds for the oil to heat up.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Add the scallion sections, reduce to low heat, and fry for 3-5 minutes until fragrant but not burnt.

7. 7

   Step 7

   Remove the scallion sections with chopsticks and set aside on a plate.

8. 8

   Step 8

   Pour the prepared sauce into the pan and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.

9. 9

   Step 9

   Add the cut sea cucumbers and stir-fry for 1 minute.

10. 10

    Step 10

    Add 100ml water, reduce to medium-low heat, and cook for 5 minutes.

11. 11

    Step 11

    When the sauce is nearly dry, add the cornstarch slurry and the reserved scallion sections.

12. 12

    Step 12

    Once the sauce becomes thick and sticky, turn off the heat and plate.