Q: Can I replace the eel with another type of fish in this recipe?
A: Yes, you can use a different type of fish, but the flavor and texture will vary from that of eel.
Q: What can I use if I don’t have Shaoxing wine (太太乐料酒)?
A: You can substitute Shaoxing wine with dry sherry or a mix of white wine and a bit of sugar.
Homemade Braised Eel
Notes
Ingredients:
- Eel, 350g
- Fresh ginger, a small piece
- Garlic, 2 cloves
- Green and red chili peppers, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Shaoxing wine (料酒), to taste
- Light soy sauce (生抽), to taste
- Chicken essence (鸡汁), to taste
- Heat oil and fry the eel until both sides are golden brown.
- Add chopped chilies, ginger, garlic, and salt, and continue frying.
- Add Shaoxing wine to remove the fishy smell and simmer for a while.
- Add water and stew the eel.
- Add chicken essence to enhance the flavor and cook until the sauce thickens.
- Add green peppers and cook until they are just done.
- Eel is rich in protein and omega-3 fatty acids.
- This dish may be high in sodium due to added salt and soy sauce.
- Contains potential allergens: seafood and soy.
