Chinese Seafood
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The aim in
cooking fish is to produce as natural flavor as possible
from the freshest fish available.
Streaming
as well as clear simmering are favorite ways of cooking
fish because the subtle natural flavor is retained and
the flesh is both tender and moist. However,
deep-frying, braising and even stir-frying are methods
which are also used.
Fish
which is to be deep-fried is either dredged in flour or
cornstarch or is coated with a batter to seal in all of
the juices. To eliminate the 'fishy' taste, a number of
seasonings can be used with the fish. ginger, garlic,
green onions, black beans, soy sauce and wine are the
most popular.
The
fish is often scored to permit the flavors to be
absorbed better and to expose a greater cooking surface.
Besides fish, the Chinese also eat a great deal of other
seafood including shrimp, crab, lobster, scallops, clams
and oysters. They are also fond of sea cucumber, squid
and sea urchins. Though fresh seafood is generally
preferable, frozen seafood can be substituted
successfully. Canned abalone need only be heated very
briefly.
Chinese
Seafood Recipes Online