Steamed Minced Pork with Dried Scallops 瑤柱蒸免治豬肉

A comforting Cantonese classic, this steamed dish features tender minced pork infused with the deep umami flavor of dried scallops.

Nutrition (per serving)

Ingredients

• 300g minced pork
• 2 dried scallops, rehydrated and shredded
• 1 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tsp Shaoxing wine
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1/4 tsp white pepper
• 1 tbsp water (from rehydrating scallops)
• 1/2 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp chopped scallions, for garnish
• 1 slice ginger, shredded, for garnish

Steps

1. Rehydrate dried scallops by soaking them in warm water for at least 30 minutes, or until soft. Reserve the soaking water. Shred the rehydrated scallops.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the minced pork, shredded dried scallops, light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, cornstarch, sugar, white pepper, reserved scallop soaking water, and sesame oil. Mix well in one direction until slightly sticky.
3. Press the seasoned minced pork mixture onto a heatproof plate, forming a flat disc. Place the shredded ginger on top.
4. Steam over high heat for 12-15 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through.
5. Garnish with chopped scallions and serve hot with rice.

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