Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound of fresh abalone
- 1/2 cup of soy sauce
- 1/4 cup of rice wine
- 1/4 cup of water
- 1/4 cup of honey
- 1 tablespoon of minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon of minced ginger
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 red chili pepper, sliced
Special equipment needed:
- Steamer basket
- Large mixing bowl
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Clean the abalone by removing the guts and scrubbing the shell. Rinse thoroughly with cold water.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, rice wine, water, honey, minced garlic, minced ginger, sesame oil, and sesame seeds. Mix well.
3. Add the cleaned abalone to the mixing bowl and coat well with the marinade. Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
4. Place the marinated abalone in a steamer basket and steam for 10-12 minutes, or until the abalone is cooked through.
5. Garnish with sliced green onions and red chili pepper.
- Time:
Preparation time: 40 minutes
- Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature:
- Steaming temperature: 212°F (100°C)
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Protein: 20g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Rice wine can be substituted with dry sherry or white wine.
- Honey can be substituted with brown sugar or maple syrup.
- Red chili pepper can be substituted with jalapeño or serrano pepper.
Variations:
- Add sliced carrots and mushrooms to the marinade for a more flavorful dish.
- Substitute abalone with shrimp or scallops for a different seafood option.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to clean the abalone thoroughly to remove any grit or sand.
- Do not overcook the abalone, as it can become tough and rubbery.
- Serve with steamed rice for a complete meal.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover steamed jeonbokjjim in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in a steamer basket for 5-7 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the steamed jeonbokjjim in individual bowls with a garnish of sliced green onions and red chili pepper.
Garnishes:
- Sliced green onions and red chili pepper.
Pairings:
- Steamed rice
- Kimchi
- Steamed vegetables
Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed rice
- Kimchi
- Steamed vegetables
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the abalone is tough or rubbery, it may have been overcooked. Reduce the cooking time in the steamer basket for the next batch.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to clean the abalone thoroughly to avoid any foodborne illness.
Food history:
- Jeonbokjjim is a traditional Korean dish made with steamed abalone.
Flavor profiles:
- Salty, sweet, and savory.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot as a main dish with steamed rice and side dishes.
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Region: Korean