Chinese Imperial Tweed Kettle

Ingredients

The Chinese Imperial Tweed Kettle differs from the original Scottish Tweed Kettle in its use of Chinese herbs and spices, as well as the incorporation of traditional Chinese cooking techniques. The dish also features a wider variety of vegetables, adding a touch of freshness and vibrancy to the overall flavor profile. We alse have the original recipe for Tweed Kettle, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) beef or lamb, thinly sliced 500g (1.1 lb) beef or lamb, thinly sliced
• 1 liter (4 cups) beef or lamb broth 1 liter (4 cups) beef or lamb broth
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, grated 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
• 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns
• 1 cinnamon stick 1 cinnamon stick
• 2 star anise 2 star anise
• 2 carrots, sliced 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced 1 onion, sliced
• 200g (7 oz) snow peas 200g (7 oz) snow peas
• Salt, to taste Salt, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 15g, 6g
• Protein: 45g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, and cornstarch. Mix well and set aside.
2. 2.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, Chinese five-spice powder, Sichuan peppercorns, cinnamon stick, and star anise. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. 3.
   Add the sliced beef or lamb to the pot and cook until browned.
4. 4.
   Pour in the beef or lamb broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 1 hour, or until the meat is tender.
5. 5.
   Add the carrots, bell peppers, onion, and snow peas to the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
6. 6.
   Stir in the soy sauce mixture and season with salt to taste. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
7. 7.
   Remove the cinnamon stick and star anise from the pot.
8. 8.
   Serve the Chinese Imperial Tweed Kettle hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef or lamb — For the best results, choose tender cuts of meat and slice them thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness.
• Chinese five-spice powder — If you don't have Chinese five-spice powder, you can make your own by combining equal parts ground cinnamon, cloves, fennel seeds, star anise, and Sichuan peppercorns.
• Sichuan peppercorns — Toast the Sichuan peppercorns in a dry pan before using to enhance their flavor.
• Snow peas — Blanch the snow peas in boiling water for a minute before adding them to the dish to retain their vibrant green color and crisp texture.
• Fresh cilantro — Use fresh cilantro leaves for garnish to add a burst of freshness to the dish.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier version, add a teaspoon of chili flakes or a chopped chili pepper to the dish.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, increase the amount of cornstarch in the soy sauce mixture.
• Experiment with different vegetables such as baby corn, bok choy, or mushrooms to customize the dish to your liking.
• Serve the Chinese Imperial Tweed Kettle with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
• Make sure to remove the cinnamon stick and star anise before serving to avoid biting into them.

Serving advice

Serve the Chinese Imperial Tweed Kettle in individual bowls, allowing each person to enjoy the flavors and aromas of this regal dish. Accompany it with steamed rice or noodles to complete the meal.

Presentation advice

To elevate the presentation of the Chinese Imperial Tweed Kettle, arrange the sliced meat and colorful vegetables in an aesthetically pleasing manner. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves for a pop of green color.