New Sichuan Cuisine Classics · Jianghu Cuisine

Author: Peng Fayan, Editor-in-Chief
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Publishing Date: 2005-05-01
Features: [Eel Beads]: Clean the bloodstains from fresh eel meat and cut it into segments. Remove the stems from fresh Sichuan peppercorns and rinse them; peel the garlic; finely chop ginger and red bean paste; cut preserved red chili peppers into sections. Heat a wok over medium heat, add a little peanut oil until it reaches 50°C, then stir-fry the eel segments until dry and set aside. In the same wok, add more peanut oil until it reaches 50°C, then deep-fry the garlic until golden. Add the red bean paste, Sichuan peppercorns, preserved chili sections, and ginger, stir-fry until fragrant. Add the eel segments, fresh stock, and salt, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until cooked. Thicken with cornstarch, add soy sauce and sesame oil, mix well, and serve.
"Like popular songs, 'Jianghu Cuisine' gains widespread attention once it becomes famous. Enthusiasts endure the hardships of travel just to taste it. On one hand, it caters to the tastes of some people and occupies a certain market; on the other hand, it disrupts 'tradition' and confuses 'perception.' The emergence of 'Jianghu Cuisine' reflects, to some extent, the current trends in the culinary world. Its bold innovations, unconventional cooking techniques, and whimsical methods defy conventional rules. The dishes possess a rugged and unrestrained charm, a rustic countryside vibe, offering freshness and intense sensory stimulation, which are deeply favored by many diners.
To meet the needs of consumers, we have compiled the book New Sichuan Cuisine Classics: Jianghu Cuisine, which details 200 dishes. These dishes feature bizarre cooking methods and widely incorporate techniques from other culinary traditions, such as cooking northern ingredients in southern styles, southern ingredients in northern styles, Chinese cuisine with Western techniques, and Western cuisine with Chinese techniques. This creates a diverse and distinctive culinary landscape. By optimizing and innovating traditional local dishes and Jianghu Cuisine, we have introduced endless variations, breaking free from the narrow focus on chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, and wild chili peppers. The modern Jianghu Cuisine not only stands up to refined dining but is also suitable for home cooks and ideal for night-time food stalls.