Imitation Shark Fin Soup Recipe

cellophane noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: rice noodles

Zucchini noodles are lower in carbs and calories, while rice noodles are more affordable.

shredded chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option, while canned chicken is often less expensive.

Begin by discussing the dish and its significance.

Prepare 3 chicken carcasses, using both cooked and raw ones.

Remove any leftover meat from the carcasses and set them aside.

Place the chicken carcasses in boiling water for a couple of minutes to remove impurities.

Skim off the foam that rises to the top to keep the broth clear, repeating this process for about 20 minutes.

After skimming, cover the pot and boil on low for another hour and a half.

After boiling, drain out all the chicken bones, discarding them as all flavor has been extracted.

Skim off any fat that has risen to the surface of the broth.

Prepare the turkey breast by slicing it into matchstick-sized pieces.

Mix 4 tablespoons of cornstarch with equal parts water until smooth, using fingers to eliminate clumps.

Bring water to a boil and cook the vermicelli noodles for about 2 minutes, then cut them into 2-3 inch pieces.

Add 1 teaspoon of superior dark soy sauce to the chicken stock for color.

Add 4 teaspoons of fish sauce to the broth for flavor, and taste to adjust seasoning.

Mix the cornstarch mixture again before pouring it into the broth to avoid clumping, stirring gently as you pour.

If the broth is not thick enough, add more cornstarch mixture, totaling 5 tablespoons.

Add the raw turkey breast to the broth, stirring to combine, and turn off the heat to avoid overcooking the chicken.

Add the cooked vermicelli noodles to the soup and mix well.

Serve the soup, adding diluted red vinegar and black pepper to taste.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens