Scallion and Sea Cucumber Stew

Scallion and Sea Cucumber Stew

Difficulty:★★★☆☆ 299 kcal

This is a classic home-style dish from Shandong cuisine. It is characterized by a rich scallion aroma and tender, flavorful sea cucumbers with a thick, shiny sauce that is salty, fresh, and slightly sweet. Sea cucumbers are rich in collagen and minerals, which are very beneficial for nourishing the body. The overall cooking difficulty is not high, but you need to spend time soaking the dried sea cucumbers thoroughly in advance. The actual braising process takes about 30 minutes. Beginners can succeed easily if they follow the steps.

Scallion Oil Mandarin Fish (Cong You Gui Yu)

Scallion Oil Mandarin Fish (Cong You Gui Yu)

Difficulty:★★★★☆ 311 kcal

Scallion Oil Mandarin Fish is a home-style steamed dish with a rich scallion aroma and tender fish meat. It belongs to Chinese light cuisine and is suitable for people from all regions. Mandarin fish is rich in high-quality protein and unsaturated fatty acids. Through precise de-odorizing processing, the delicious taste and nutrition of the fish are retained. The method is very beginner-friendly with a high margin of error; as long as you follow the steps, you will have basically zero failure. From prep to serving, the whole process takes about 45 minutes.

Shaking Oil Eel Strips

Shaking Oil Eel Strips

Difficulty:★★★☆☆ 556 kcal

This is a classic Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai home-cooking dish. The eel strips are tender and smooth, the garlic aroma is rich, and the sauce is slightly sweet. After pouring the hot pork lard over it, the fragrance overflows, making it very appetizing. Eel is rich in high-quality protein and DHA, making it nutritious. This dish requires some skill in knife work and heat control; the difficulty is moderate, and beginners may need a little practice. From prep to serving, it takes about 40 minutes.

Bream Braised with Tofu

Bream Braised with Tofu

Difficulty:★★☆☆☆ 524 kcal

Bream Braised with Tofu is a home-style braised dish. The meat is tender and flavorful, while the tofu absorbs the rich broth, becoming savory with a hint of spice. Bream is rich in high-quality protein and unsaturated fatty acids, while tofu provides plant protein and calcium, making them a balanced combination. The difficulty is moderate; be patient to prevent sticking when searing the fish. The instructions are clear, making it suitable for beginners. The process takes about 40 minutes from prep to completion.