 Fragrant Braised Oysters
Makes 2 to 3 servings
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Ingredients
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1
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jar (10 or 12 ounces) shucked oysters, drained
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2
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cups plus 1 tablespoon water, divided
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1/2
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teaspoon salt
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1/4
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cup chicken broth
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1
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tablespoon dry sherry
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1
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tablespoon oyster sauce
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1
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teaspoon cornstarch
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1/4
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teaspoon sugar
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2
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tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
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3
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slices (about 1/2-inch each) pared fresh ginger, cut into thin slivers
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1/2
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small yellow onion, cut into wedges and separated
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3
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green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
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If oysters are large, cut into bite-size pieces. In 2-quart saucepan, bring 2 cups water and salt to a boil. Add oysters. Turn off heat and let stand 30 seconds. Drain, rinse under cold running water and drain again. Combine chicken broth, sherry, oyster sauce, remaining 1 tablespoon water, cornstarch and sugar in small bowl; mix well and set aside. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in wok or large skillet over high heat. Add ginger and yellow onion; stir-fry 1 minute. Add green onions; stir-fry 30 seconds. Remove and set aside. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in wok. Add blanched oysters and stir-fry 2 minutes. Return ginger and onions to wok. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to wok. Cook and stir until sauce boils and thickens.
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© Publications International, Ltd.
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Printed
from fbnr.com
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