Braised Winter Melon

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   close up.

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   Prepare the ingredients.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Cut the winter melon into chunks.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Dry-fry in a little hot oil until the surface is slightly yellow and hard, which helps to lock in the moisture of the melon flesh.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Set aside for later use.

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   Heat oil and sauté minced ginger, then add scallions and star anise. Sauté until fragrant, then add garlic cloves and dried scallops (soaked in water beforehand) and sauté.

   

7. 07

   Step 7

   Add the pan-fried winter melon to the pan and stir-fry together, then add soy sauce and oyster sauce.

   

8. 08

   Step 8

   Then add two large spoonfuls of water.

   

9. 09

   Step 9

   After bringing to a boil over high heat, reduce to low heat and simmer 5 minutes. Then add two small tomatoes and continue cooking for 2 minutes.

   

10. 10

    Step 10

    Reduce the sauce until thickened, plate the dish, and sprinkle with chopped green onions. A delicious braised winter melon dish is ready.