Soaking sea cucumber is a process that requires patience and skill. Sea cucumber is a nutritious seafood that tastes better when soaked, but the time and method of soaking are very important. Here are the steps and tips for soaking sea cucumbers at home:
Dried sea cucumbers: Choose the type and quantity of sea cucumbers according to your needs.
Water: Water used for soaking, preferably tap water at room temperature.
Rinse the dried sea cucumber with clean water to remove impurities and debris from the surface.
If there is sea sand or foreign objects, you can use a soft brush to scrub gently.
Take a clean container and put in the cleaned sea cucumber.
Add enough water, preferably 2-3 times the amount of water to make sure the sea cucumber is completely soaked.
Let the sea cucumber soak at room temperature without hot water, which may soften the surface but still harden the inside.
The soaking time of sea cucumber depends on the type and size of sea cucumber, generally speaking, it takes at least 12-24 hours.
During the soaking process, the water can be changed every few hours to keep the water clean.
If the sea cucumber is too hard, it may take longer to soak it. The soaking time can be extended as needed until the sea cucumber is soft.
When the sea cucumber is soaked soft, you can gently press it with your hands, and the sea cucumber should have some elasticity, but not too hard.
Take out the soaked sea cucumber and wash it with water to remove excess water and odors generated during the soaking process.
The soaked sea cucumber can be used in different cooking methods as needed, such as stewed soup, cold salad, etc.
If it is used for cooking, it is recommended to boil the sea cucumber first and then make it according to the recipe.
Soaking time and water temperature are the key to soaking sea cucumbers, so you need to be patient and adjust them appropriately.
It is best to use a material such as glass or ceramic for soaking sea cucumbers, and avoid using metal containers, which may affect the soaking process.
Soaking sea cucumbers is a task that requires patience and meticulousness, as different species of sea cucumbers may require different treatments. The correct soaking method can maintain the best taste and nutritional value of sea cucumbers.