In the rich aroma of the kitchen, a taste of antiquity emerges on the tip of the tongue. It is the Mud Loach and Chinese Yam Soup, a simple yet unforgettable delicacy. When tasting this soup, the first thing to mention is its unique flavor. The tender mud loach and refreshing Chinese yam blend perfectly, allowing one to savor nature’s gift in a single bite. The deliciousness of the mud loach complements the sweetness of the Chinese yam, as if playing a harmonious symphony in the mouth. The richness of the broth combines skillfully with the sweetness of the clear water, giving a sense of tranquility and warmth, as if all worries have been dispelled.
Ingredients for loach yam soup
| loach | 200g |
| Yam | 100g |
| Cooking wine | 5ml |
| Ginger | 10g |
| Salt | 3g |
| Pepper powder | 3g |
| Chopped green onion | 5g |
| Wolfberry | 5g |
| Sesame oil | 10g |
Steps:
1.Prepare 200 grams of fresh live loach and place them in a basin, adding an appropriate amount of salt. Gently rub the loach with your hands to help remove the internal organs and impurities. Then, rinse the loach in clean water repeatedly until the water becomes clear. Make sure the loach is thoroughly cleaned to remove any dirt and odors. This prepared loach can be used to make delicious dishes.
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2.Pour the cleaned loach into boiling water, ensuring that they are completely submerged. You can add some salt and ginger slices to the boiling water to remove any fishy smell. Blanch the loach for about 1 minute or until they change color and float up, then remove them. Next, place the blanched loach in a preheated frying pan with oil over medium-low heat and fry until the surface turns golden and crispy. Once done, scoop them out using a sieve or spatula to drain excess oil.
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3.Place the cleaned loach in a pot, add an appropriate amount of cooking wine, ginger slices, and salt to remove any fishy smell and enhance the flavor. Then, add the sliced Chinese yam to the pot and cook together with the loach. During the simmering process, you can add seasonings such as pepper, chopped green onion, and wolfberries according to personal preference to enhance the aroma and taste. Finally, drizzle a suitable amount of sesame oil to enhance the flavor. After following these steps, the delicious loach and Chinese yam dish is ready to be served!
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Tips:
- Preparing the loach in advance: Before cooking, clean the loach thoroughly and soak them in clean water for a period of time to help remove the fishy smell. Additionally, soaking the loach in saltwater or starch water can help eliminate any residual taste and improve the texture.
- Timing is key: Both loach and Chinese yam are delicate ingredients, so cooking time should not be too long to avoid overcooking and affecting the texture. Pay attention to the heat and maintain the tenderness and texture of the loach and Chinese yam.
The loach and Chinese yam soup brings us not only a taste but also a culture, an emotion, and memories. It reminds us of those stories that have been sealed in the passage of time, the lingering smoke from grandma’s stove in childhood memories. It makes us feel the warmth of home and find moments of tranquility amidst the bustling city. While enjoying this delicious dish, we also engage in self-dialogue. It encourages us to reflect on our lives and cherish the beauty before us. As ancient Chinese said, “Food carries philosophy.” While savoring good food, we also learn to appreciate life and experience the power of nature and the charm of culture.