Abalone is an incredibly nutritious ingredient that can be prepared into many very attractive dishes. Let’s make 2 stir-fried dishes with abalone that are extremely simple, quick, and delicious together with TasteVN. Let’s get cooking!
1. Abalone with oyster sauce and shiitake mushrooms
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Preparation time
30 minutes
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Difficulty level
Easy
Ingredients for Abalone with oyster sauce and shiitake mushrooms Serves 4
Abalone 400 gr (prepared) Chinese sausage 20 gr Shiitake mushrooms 8 pieces (dried) Chicken broth 1 liter Bok choy 150 gr Abalone sauce 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce 1 tablespoon Soy sauce 1/3 teaspoon Common spices a little (salt/seasoning sugar) Cornstarch 10 gr
How to choose delicious shiitake mushrooms
For dried mushrooms
- Choose firm ones that are not broken, bright in color, and free of white mold spots. Choose a reputable source to buy dried mushrooms to ensure safety.
- Avoid buying dried shiitake mushrooms of unknown origin and those with an unpleasant odor.
For fresh mushrooms
- Choose those with bright colors, a characteristic aroma, and avoid mushrooms that are bruised or have a rotten smell. If the cut oozes a milky substance, it is a sign of toxic mushrooms. Avoid mushrooms with dark spots or wrinkles on the cap, and do not choose slimy mushrooms. Fresh mushrooms will have a thin, paper-like layer on them.
- Select mushrooms with a sturdy stem, uniform color; if the mushrooms have opened, the gills must form an even, beautiful, and dry chain.
- When choosing fresh fragrant mushrooms, select those with moderate-sized caps, tightly closed, and slightly yellow-brown in color. If you see dark brown mushrooms, do not buy them, as they may be toxic mushrooms.
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How to prepare Abalone with shiitake mushroom oyster sauce
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Prepare the abalone
After purchasing the abalone, rinse it thoroughly with clean water several times. Then, use a dry towel to wipe off the water and place it in a separate bowl.
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Prepare other ingredients
For dried shiitake mushrooms, soak them in warm water for about 20 minutes until they become soft before proceeding with the preparation.
Remove the root part of the bok choy and rinse it under clean water. Then place it in a colander to drain.
Cut the purchased lap xuong into small dice.
Tip for youYou can buy ready-made lap xuong at markets, supermarkets, or reputable food stores. Additionally, you can also make lap xuong at home using the recipe from TasteVN below.
See details: How to make delicious and super easy lap xuong at home
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Cook the sauce
Add chicken broth to a pot, then add lap xuong, oyster sauce, and soy sauce and stir well. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil on the stove for about 3 – 5 minutes.
Then add the oyster mushrooms and shiitake mushrooms to the pot. Continue to cook on medium heat for another 15 – 20 minutes.
You can adjust the time depending on your family’s preference for whether they want the oyster mushrooms and shiitake mushrooms to be soft or crunchy.
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Boil vegetables
Boil a little water in a pot, then add bok choy, add a little salt and proceed to boil for about 3 – 5 minutes.
Tip: You should only boil the bok choy until just cooked, do not boil it too soft as it will affect the quality of the dish.Use about 5 tablespoons of the broth from the cooked abalone and mushrooms, add cornstarch to the mixture and stir well to create a thick sauce for decorating the dish.
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Final product
Place the bok choy, mushrooms, and abalone on a plate and drizzle the sauce over the top. The finished dish will have a very eye-catching color. The abalone is sweet, fragrant, and nutritious, complemented by the crunchy bok choy and the characteristic sweetness of the mushrooms. Let’s try it right away!
2. Abalone with oyster sauce and spinach
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Preparation
30 minutes
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Difficulty level
Easy
Ingredients for Abalone with Oyster Sauce and Spinach Serves 4
Canned abalone 400 gr (about 2 cans) Spinach 250 gr Abalone brine 120 ml Chicken stock 120 ml Garlic 3 cloves Cooking oil 5 tablespoons Cornstarch 1 teaspoon Oyster sauce 1 tablespoon Common seasonings a little (salt/sugar/seasoning powder)
How to Choose Fresh Spinach
- Choose fresh, green bunches of spinach with the roots intact.
- The stems and leaves should not be broken, bruised, or spoiled.
- The leaves should be bright green, not too dark, indicating that the spinach is still young and contains many nutrients.
How to Prepare Abalone with Oyster Sauce and Spinach
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Boil the abalone
Add about 2 liters of water to a pot and heat it up. Once the water is hot, add 2 cans of abalone and heat them for about 5 – 7 minutes until the abalone is tender.
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Prepare the other ingredients
Separate the garlic into individual cloves and peel off the skin.
Tip: You can soak the garlic in cold water for about 3 – 4 minutes before peeling. This method can make it easier for you to handle and especially prevents eye irritation.Trim the base of the spinach, then wash it thoroughly with cold water, cut into 5 – 6cm pieces, and place it in a basket to drain.
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Fry garlic and boil vegetables
Add 5 tablespoons of cooking oil to the pan and heat it. When the oil is hot, add the garlic to the pan and fry until the garlic is evenly golden, then turn off the heat and remove it to drain the oil.
Place a pot on the stove, add about 0.5 liters of filtered water, and boil with a little salt. When the water is boiling, add the spinach and boil for about 3 – 5 minutes until the spinach is just cooked.
Tip: You should only boil the spinach until just cooked, avoid overcooking as it can become unappetizing and affect the quality of the final dish.
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Make the sauce
Add the liquid from the abalone can, chicken broth, oyster sauce, and the fried garlic to the pot. Then simmer gently over low heat for about 4 – 6 minutes.
Dissolve 1 teaspoon of cornstarch in cold water and add it to the sauce pot. Stir well and cook for an additional 1 – 2 minutes, then turn off the heat.
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Final Product
The completed dish will definitely impress even the most “picky eaters.” The abalone meat is tender, fragrant, and nutritious, paired with crunchy and sweet spinach that has a distinctive green color. The sauce is rich and smooth; let’s try making it right now!
How to choose good abalone
For fresh abalone
- You should choose those that feel firm to the touch. The meat should have a round shape with a slight red spot in the middle. The abalone should feel substantial when held.
- Medium-sized abalone will be tastier and firmer than larger ones. Avoid purchasing abalone with an unusual fishy smell.
For dried abalone
- Good dried abalone has a perfect shape, thick meat, round body, and shows no signs of cracks or scratches.
- Additionally, the center of the abalone should have a red line, and the meat should be light pink with a scent that is not too strong or unpleasant.
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It’s really simple to make 2 dishes of abalone with oyster sauce that are extremely delicious and simple, right? Let’s join TasteVN in the kitchen right away!
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