Stewed Bull Penis with Chrysanthemum

Stewed Bull Penis with Chrysanthemum

　　This dish features the penis of a young bull (bull whip) as the main ingredient, cooked with goji berries. The fresh bull penis is boiled in water until tender, then removed and split lengthwise along the urethra. The urethral membrane is removed, the surface is scraped clean, and chrysanthemum-shaped knife cuts are made before cutting it into sections. A chicken leg, along with scallions, ginger, cooking wine, and the prepared bull penis, is placed in a pot of water and simmered. In a wok, vegetable oil is heated to 60% heat, the simmered bull penis is added and deep-fried until golden, then removed. The remaining oil in the wok is used to sauté scallion and ginger strips, cooking wine is added, followed by chicken stock and prepared goji berries. Seasonings such as salt are added, the mixture is brought to a boil, foam is skimmed off, and the bull penis sections are added. Once the flavors have melded, a starch slurry is added to thicken the sauce, and a drizzle of hot oil is poured over before plating. This dish is beautifully presented, with a rich and aromatic flavor and a bright color. It offers both nutritional and medicinal benefits, helping to nourish the kidneys, moisten the lungs, strengthen tendons, and fortify bones.