In a bustling metropolis, there is a five-star restaurant that is highly praised by diners - "Zhenwei Xuan". The dishes here are full of flavor and taste, and are especially famous for their steamed dishes. However, there is a secret behind the restaurant's steamed dishes that are so delicious – a five-star chef named Li Wei who has a mastery of steaming time and heat.
One day, a special guest came to the restaurant, a gourmand from far away, who heard that the steamed dishes of "Zhen Wei Xuan" were delicious, and came to taste them. Chef Li personally prepared a signature steamed dish for him - steamed eggs with jade shrimp.
When the steamed egg with emerald shrimp is served, the eyes of gourmets are brightened. The emerald green shrimp dotted on the golden steamed eggs are like a delicate picture. He couldn't wait to take a bite and was immediately overwhelmed by the smooth texture and delicious taste. He exclaimed, "This steamed egg is perfect!" The heat is just right, and the tenderness of the shrimp and the smoothness of the steamed egg are perfectly blended, which is really delicious in the world! ”
The gourmand was full of praise for Chef Li's skills and couldn't help but ask curiously, "Chef Li, can you tell us the secret of your steaming of this dish?" Chef Li Weiwei smiled slightly and said mysteriously: "Actually, the secret lies in the steaming time." Depending on the ingredients, the steaming time is also different. Only by mastering these standard times can the most delicious dishes be steamed. ”
The gourmand became even more curious and asked, "Can you tell us more about the standard time for steaming various ingredients?" Chef Li nodded and began to speak.
"First of all, for vegetable ingredients, such as greens and broccoli, the steaming time is generally 3 to 5 minutes. This is the time to keep the vegetables green and crispy. Chef Li explained.
"For seafood ingredients, such as shrimp, crab, fish, etc., the steaming time depends on the size and type of ingredients. In general, it takes 3 to 4 minutes for small shrimp to be steamed, and 5 to 6 minutes for large shrimp. The crab is steamed for 10 to 15 minutes, while the fish is usually between 8 and 12 minutes, depending on the thickness and texture. Chef Li Weiwei said as he compared the size of the ingredients.
"For meat ingredients, such as chicken, pork, etc., the steaming time is relatively long. Chicken is generally steamed in 20 to 25 minutes, while pork takes 30 to 35 minutes. Of course, this also depends on the way the ingredients are cut and the taste requirements. Chef Li continued.
The gourmand listened with relish and couldn't help but sigh: "It turns out that steaming time is so important!" I used to steam it haphazardly, so it's no wonder I couldn't make such delicious dishes. ”
Chef Li Weiwei smiled and said, "That's right, the steaming time is indeed the key. In addition to time, it is also important to master the heat. Generally speaking, keep the heat on medium when steaming to avoid overcooking the ingredients due to too much heat or undercooking the ingredients due to too low heat. ”
After hearing this, the gourmand suddenly realized that he expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Chef Li Weiwei, and decided to study the steaming technique after returning home, and strive to make delicious steamed dishes as well.
With the departure of the gourmet, the secret of the steamed dishes of "Zhen Wei Xuan" gradually spread. More and more diners are coming to taste Chef Lee's steamed dishes, and they are saying that it is the most delicious steamed dish they have ever tasted. Chef Lee is also keen to share his experience, and he often holds cooking talks in the restaurant to teach diners how to steam.
Over time, the steamed dishes of "Zhen Wei Xuan" have not only become a favorite of diners, but also a food business card of the city. Chef Li is also widely praised for his exquisite skills and selfless dedication. He used his own hands and wisdom to create delicious steamed dishes, so that more people can enjoy the happiness and satisfaction brought by food.