Stir-fried Eel Slices with Chili

Stir-fried Eel Slices with Chili

　　Ingredients: One medium to large eel, about 400g. Approximately 150g fresh red chili peppers, about 10g shredded ginger, 10g minced garlic, 5 Sichuan peppercorns, 8g cooking wine, a little pepper

　　10g broth, and other seasonings such as sugar, salt, soy sauce, and cooking wine to taste.

　　Method:

　　First, gut the eel, remove the internal organs, and clean it thoroughly. If following the traditional method, simply gutting the eel is sufficient—there's no need to wash it. Then, as shown in the picture, flatten the eel using the side of a knife, then cut it into 1cm segments. Marinate with salt and cooking wine for about 5 minutes.

　　Heat oil in a wok. First, lightly sear the eel slices in warm oil, then remove and set aside. In the same wok, add the shredded ginger, Sichuan peppercorns, and minced garlic, stir-fry until fragrant. Then add the fresh red chili peppers and cook them until about half-done. Next, add the previously seared eel slices, followed by the seasonings and broth. Stir-fry vigorously for two minutes, then remove from heat and serve.