Gon Yat Zi Gai (braised Goose Web With Mushroom)

Gon Yat Zi Gai, or Braised Goose Web with Mushroom, is a classic dish in Chiuchow Cuisine that features tender goose web and savory mushrooms braised in a flavorful sauce. This dish is a delicacy often served during special occasions and gatherings.

Non Vegetarian Main Course Chiuchow Braised Goose Mushroom
Gon Yat Zi Gai (braised Goose Web With Mushroom)

Ingredients

  • 2 goose webs, cleaned and trimmed
  • 10 dried shiitake mushrooms, soaked and stems removed
  • 3 slices of ginger
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch, dissolved in 2 tablespoons of water

Instructions

  1. Blanch the goose webs in boiling water for 5 minutes, then rinse under cold water and drain.
  2. In a large pot, add the blanched goose webs, shiitake mushrooms, ginger, garlic, green onions, Shaoxing wine, oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and chicken stock.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1.5 hours, or until the goose webs are tender.
  4. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for another 5 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  5. Transfer the braised goose webs and mushrooms to a serving dish and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

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

Supplies

Large pot Serving dish

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons Measuring cup

Serving suggestions

Gon Yat Zi Gai is best served with steamed rice and a side of blanched vegetables.

Tips & tricks

For an extra layer of flavor, you can marinate the goose webs in a mixture of Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, and ginger for 30 minutes before cooking.

Cost

Medium