Salted sea cucumber is becoming more and more popular as a precious seafood ingredient. However, to fully appreciate the deliciousness of salted sea cucumbers, the soaking process is crucial. This article will give you a detailed introduction to the soaking method of salted sea cucumber, so that you can easily become a master of soaking and enjoy the deliciousness of sea cucumber!
1. Introduction to salted sea cucumbers.
Salted sea cucumber is the product of pickling fresh sea cucumber. Salted sea cucumbers are widely popular because they have a similar taste and value to fresh sea cucumbers and are easy to store. However, in order to fully bring out the delicious taste of salted sea cucumbers, the soaking process is particularly crucial.
Second, the soaking steps of salted sea cucumbers.
Prepare tools and materials: Prepare a clean container, purified water, sea cucumber, refrigerator, knives, etc.
Soaking: Put the salted sea cucumber in a container and add enough purified water to make sure the sea cucumber is completely submerged in the water. It is then refrigerated in the refrigerator and steeped for 12-24 hours, during which time the water is changed 2-3 times to remove salt and impurities.
Sand removal treatment: After soaking, rinse the salted sea cucumber with clean water, and then remove the sand particles and teeth in the sea cucumber's body. This step requires care to ensure that the sand particles are completely removed.
Boiling: Put the processed sea cucumber into a pot, add enough water, bring to a boil over high heat, then turn to low heat and cook for 30-60 minutes. During the boiling process, the sea cucumber can be observed to gradually soften.
Cooling: Remove the boiled sea cucumber and soak it in cold water to cool, which can further promote the growth of the sea cucumber.
Soak again: Continue to soak the cooled sea cucumber in purified water and soak it again for 6-12 hours. During this period, it can be observed that the sea cucumber continues to grow.
Storage: After soaking, you can drain the sea cucumber and put it in the refrigerator to refrigerate or freeze it to prolong the storage time.
3. Soaking skills of salted sea cucumbers.
Choose the right container: It's best to choose a well-sealed container for soaking, which will ensure that the sea cucumber absorbs enough moisture and stays clean.
Control the soaking time: the soaking time should not be too long or too short, and it should be controlled in 12-24 hours according to the specific situation. Too short a time to remove salt and impurities sufficiently, and too long a time may cause excessive growth of sea cucumbers.
Change the water frequently: change the water frequently during the soaking process, generally replace the water 2-3 times. Too few water changes will not adequately remove salts and impurities, and too many times may affect the effectiveness of soaking.
Pay attention to the heat: In the process of boiling sea cucumbers, pay attention to the control of the heat. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and cook until the sea cucumber is soft. Too much heat may cause sea cucumbers to be boiled, affecting the taste and nutritional value.
Refrigerator refrigeration: The container can be refrigerated in the refrigerator during the soaking process, which can better keep the water clean and delay the soaking time.
Add salt in moderation: In the process of boiling sea cucumbers, salt can be added in moderation to taste. Be careful not to add too much salt, as the salted sea cucumber itself already contains a certain amount of salt.
Avoid oil stains: During the process of handling and cooking sea cucumbers, avoid oil stains touching the surface of sea cucumbers so as not to affect the taste and hygiene.
Storage: After soaking, you can drain the sea cucumber and put it in the refrigerator for refrigeration or freezer storage. Be careful not to mix with other foods to avoid cross-flavour or contamination.
4. Precautions.
For people with allergies, they should take an allergen test first to confirm that there is no allergic reaction before consuming.
Salted sea cucumbers are rich in nutritional value, so they should not be consumed in excess, so as not to cause indigestion and other problems.
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