Three Cup Seafood

Three Cup Seafood 【Ingredients | Serves 3-4】 ・Mixed seafood 500g ・Garlic 6-8 cloves ・Ginger slices approx. 20g ・Scallions 2 stalks ・Chili peppers 1-2 ・Thai basil, a generous amount ・Sesame oil 1 tbsp ・Thick soy sauce (or dark soy sauce) 2 tbsp ・Rice wine 3 tbsp ・Rock sugar 1 tsp ・Water, as needed ・Cooking oil, a little 【Detailed Instructions】 1️⃣ Prepare the Seafood Rinse the mixed seafood thoroughly. Blanch it quickly in boiling water. Once the seafood changes color and slightly firms up, remove it. Don't overcook it, or it will become tough when braised later. 2️⃣ Sauté Ginger and Garlic Add a little cooking oil to the pan. Add ginger slices and garlic, and sauté slowly over medium-low heat until fragrant. When the garlic turns golden brown and the edges of the ginger slices are slightly charred, the aroma will be more pronounced. This is key to delicious Three Cup dishes. 3️⃣ Add the Three Cup Sauce Add a little sesame oil, then add the thick soy sauce, rice wine, rock sugar, and an appropriate amount of water. Bring to a slight simmer to let the savory, winey, and sweet flavors meld together. 4️⃣ Braise the Seafood Add the blanched mixed seafood and stir-fry over medium heat, ensuring the seafood absorbs the sauce evenly. Cook until the sauce has slightly reduced. No need for long simmering; this preserves the seafood's tenderness. 5️⃣ Add Aromatics Finally, add the scallion segments, chili peppers, and Thai basil. Stir-fry quickly to combine. Turn off the heat once the Thai basil releases its aroma. Serve hot.