Pig brain is very nutritious and good for smart brain development. Let’s get cooking with TasteVN to learn 2 simple and delicious ways to make steamed pig brain.
1. Steamed pig brain with ginger
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Preparation time
40 minutes
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Difficulty level
Easy
Ingredients for Steamed Pig Brain with Ginger Serves 2
Pig brain 300 gr Young ginger 1 piece Green onion 1 piece ( white part) Pepper 1 teaspoon Sugar 1 teaspoon Fish sauce 2 teaspoons MSG 1/4 teaspoon White wine 1 teaspoon
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How to prepare Steamed Pig Brain with Ginger
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Prepare the pig brain
Soak the pig brain in diluted salt water for about 2 – 3 minutes, then use a sharp toothpick to remove each membrane until clean, and rinse gently with salt water.
Slice ginger thinly and then julienne it, chop the green onion finely.
Tip: Make sure to clean the membranes and blood vessels in the pig brain; otherwise, it will have a fishy smell.
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Marinate pig brain
First, you marinate the pig brain with alcohol and ginger for 5 minutes. Then you add fish sauce, pepper, sugar, minced onion, and monosodium glutamate to the pig brain and marinate for another 10 minutes.
Tip: Marinating the pig brain with alcohol will help eliminate any fishy smell.
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Steam pig brain
Place it in a pot and steam it for about 20 minutes until the brain is cooked.
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Final product
The dish of steamed pig brain with ginger is delicious, with a bit of creaminess from the pig brain and a rich ginger flavor. It’s a wonderful breakfast dish for kids.
2. Steamed pig brain with mugwort
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Preparation
45 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Steamed Pig Brain with Mugwort Serves 2
Pig brain 300 gr Mugwort 100 gr Onion 40 gr Ginger 40 gr Pepper 1 teaspoon Salt 1 teaspoon Seasoning powder 1/2 teaspoon White wine 1 teaspoon
How to Prepare Steamed Pig Brain with Mugwort
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Preparing the Pig Brain
Soak in diluted salt water for about 2 – 3 minutes, then use a sharp toothpick to remove each membrane until clean, and rinse gently with salt water.
Clean the mugwort, slice the ginger thinly or chop, and finely chop the shallots.
Tip: Make sure to remove all membranes; otherwise, the brain will have a fishy smell.
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Marinate pig brain
Next, marinate the pig brain with wine and ginger for 5 minutes. Then add minced onion, pepper, seasoning, and salt to the pig brain and marinate for another 15 minutes.
Tip: Marinating the pig with a little white wine and ginger will help eliminate the fishy smell of the pig brain.
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Steam pig brain
Place mugwort on a plate and pour the pig brain on top. Steam in a water bath over low heat for 20 minutes until the brain is cooked.
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Final product
The steamed pig brain with mugwort is delicious, with the fragrant aroma of mugwort combined with the rich creaminess of pig brain, which is not overwhelming and is good for health.
How to choose pig brains for dishes
- Ensure to buy from a reputable place with a clear origin.
- Choose fresh pig brains, without cracks, and not oozing out, with a pinkish-red color.
- There should be no foul smell, and if the brain feels elastic to the touch, then it is good quality.
How to prepare pig brains to avoid a fishy smell
- When preparing, make sure to remove all the blood membranes.
- Rinse the brains with diluted saltwater and clean water before cooking.
- When cooking, combine with strong spices like ginger, galangal leaves, Vietnamese coriander, and white wine to eliminate any lingering fishy smell.
- It is advisable to combine pig brains with other ingredients like peas, water spinach, and mugwort in porridge dishes and soups for better nutritional value.
- Avoid cooking brains with watery dishes and overcooking, as the nutrients in the brains will dissolve. Therefore, the best cooking method for pig brains is steaming.
Notes when using pig brains
- Although rich in nutrients like protein and lipids, the content of protein, iron, and vitamins in pig brains is very low, so consuming too many pig brains over a long period can lead to anemia, iron deficiency, infections, and stunted growth.
- Eating a lot of pig brains increases the risk of excess cholesterol, which is a cause of cardiovascular diseases and fatty liver.
- To develop children’s brains, they need a lot of protein, but pig brains contain a lot of fat, which poses a risk of overweight and obesity.
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Hope you will succeed in making steamed pig brain with ginger and steamed pig brain with mugwort!
*Refer to the recipe and images from the Youtube channel Cat’s Kitchen, Feedy Delicious Dishes and plo.vn
