Gon Hou Siu Kau (braised Sea Cucumber With Abalone Sauce)

Gon Hou Siu Kau, or Braised Sea Cucumber with Abalone Sauce, is a classic dish in Chiuchow Cuisine known for its luxurious flavors and unique textures. This dish is often served during special occasions and festive gatherings.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Chiuchow Seafood Braised Chinese Cuisine
Gon Hou Siu Kau (braised Sea Cucumber With Abalone Sauce)

Ingredients

  • 2 large dried sea cucumbers, rehydrated
  • 8 pieces canned abalone
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 3 slices ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 4 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sea cucumbers by cutting them into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large pot, combine the chicken broth, oyster sauce, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sugar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Bring to a simmer.
  3. Add the sea cucumbers and abalone to the pot. Cover and simmer for 1.5 hours, or until the sea cucumbers are tender.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the pot while stirring to thicken the sauce.
  5. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
15g
Carbohydrates
20g

Supplies

Large pot Cutting board Knife Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Gon Hou Siu Kau with steamed jasmine rice to soak up the delicious abalone sauce.

Tips & tricks

Be sure to rehydrate the dried sea cucumbers according to package instructions before using them in this recipe.

Cost

$50