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A luxury dish symbolizing the refinement of Shandong cuisine, Braised Sea Cucumber with Scallions combines two prized ingredients: plump sea cucumber and fragrant spring scallions. This dish highlights the Lu culinary emphasis on high-quality ingredients, precise fire control, and rich, natural flavors.
The sea cucumber, known for its gelatinous texture and health benefits, is rehydrated (if dried) and simmered until tender. Meanwhile, large scallion segments are gently fried in oil until fragrant and slightly sweet, their pungency mellowed by heat. The two are then braised together in a superior sauce made from light and dark soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sugar, and stock.
The resulting dish is a study in umami excellence. The sea cucumber absorbs the rich flavors of the sauce and the sweetness of the scallions, yielding a soft yet resilient bite. The scallions, now silky and deeply savory, complement the sea cucumber’s subtle taste without overpowering it. The thick, glossy sauce ties everything together, making each mouthful a harmonious blend of land and sea.
Often served at formal banquets, Braised Sea Cucumber with Scallions is not only a culinary delight but also a representation of prosperity and sophistication in Chinese gastronomy.