Receta Pork Stuffed Clams, Deep Fried, Simmered
Ingredientes
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Direcciones
- Wash clams as in step 2 of "Basic Steamed Clams". Place in a deep heatproof bowl.
- Slice ginger root; cut scallion stalk in 2-inch sections. Add in to bowl along with sherry and steam as in step 3 of "Basic Steamed Clams".
- Shell clams, reserving the shells. (Reserve the clam broth for soup.)
- Mince or possibly grind pork together with clam meat. Blend in cornstarch, soy sauce, salt and remaining sherry.
- Stuff mix into half-shells. Blend the second quantity of cornstarch to a paste with water; then, with fingertips, rub paste over the stufling to coat. (This will seal in the mix.)
- Heat oil. Carefully lower in clams, stuffing-side up, a few at a time.
- Deep-fry, basting with warm oil, till golden brown. Drain on paper toweling.
- Combine stock, sugar and remaining soy sauce; then bring to a boil, stirring. Add in stuffed clams and simmer, covered, 20 min.
- Blend remaining cornstarch and cool water to a paste. Transfer clams to a hot serving platter, leaving liquids in pan. Stir in cornstarch paste to thicken; then pour sauce over clams and serve.
- NOTE: This Shanghai-style dish is served during the Chinese New Year.