Shunde, the land that has given birth to countless gourmets, has become a shining pearl of Chinese food culture with its unique cooking skills and rich food resources. And in this land, a cooking method called "sauna" is even more unique and has become a representative of Shunde cuisine.
Sauna, a form of bathing that originated in Finland, has been given a new lease of life in the hands of Shunde chefs. They skillfully apply the principles of sauna to cooking, using high-temperature steam to instantly steam the ingredients, preserving the original flavor of the ingredients to the greatest extent. And the most amazing thing about this cooking method is its precise control of time. The preparation of each sauna dish requires the chef to strictly control the steaming time, from 4 minutes of fish to 2 minutes of beef, and every second of error can affect the final taste.
Among the many sauna delicacies, sauna oysters are undoubtedly the most amazing. Shelled oysters are treated with high-temperature steam to deliver an amazing taste in just 8 minutes. After coming out of the pan, the oyster meat trembles slightly, crystal clear, fat and sweet, as if telling their wonderful journey in the sauna. And when this dish is served, the smell of seafood is even more mouth-watering.
In addition to sauna oysters, sauna fish is also a must-try. Fresh fillets are quickly aged by high-temperature steam, preserving the tender taste of the fish. And the 4-minute cooking time is accurate to the second, so that every bite of the fish is full of sweet and tender taste.
In addition, there are a variety of delicacies such as sauna beef and sauna vegetables, each of which has been carefully cooked and honed over time to become a delicacy on the table.
While tasting these delicacies, we can't help but marvel at the ingenuity and exquisite skills of Shunde chefs. Not only do they make good use of the flavor of the ingredients, but they also give new life to the food through their unique cooking methods. And this precise control of time and respect for ingredients is the essence of Shunde's food culture.
In this land, each sauna dish has its own unique story and charm. As diners, we just need to taste with our hearts, feel the extreme umami cooked by high heat, and let our taste buds swim in this sea of food.
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