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Braised Abalone with Fermented Soybeans

Name: Braised Abalone with Fermented Soybeans
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Jiangsu Chinese
Ingredients: 2 large abalones; 3 tbsp fermented soybean paste; 2 cups chicken stock; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp sugar; 2 garlic cloves; 1 inch ginger; 1 tbsp cornstarch

A rich and savory dish combining tender abalone with the deep umami of fermented soybeans in a slow-cooked sauce.

80 minutes2 servings

Method

Soak abalones in water for 2 hours, then rinse and pat dry.
In a pot, mix fermented soybean paste, chicken stock, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer.
Add abalones, cover, and cook on low for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
Mix cornstarch with 2 tbsp water, stir into sauce, and cook until thickened. Serve warm.

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