Shih Chuan Squid Soup Introduction
Shijuan Squid Soup specializes in carefully selected ingredients, providing customers with a genuine experience of squid. The squid is chosen from Hokkaido, a migratory cephalopod that is at its plumpest and most tender in August. Only the quality tails, averaging 250 grams each, are used. The preparation process is entirely handmade, resulting in thick slices that are crisp yet tender, allowing you to savor the exquisite flavors of the ocean. The broth is made from high-quality bonito, rich in unsaturated fatty acids, DHA, and vitamin E, without the addition of any artificial flavoring. After boiling, it creates a naturally delicious soup base, enhanced with tender bamboo shoots and properly seasoned to produce a visually appealing, aromatic, and flavorful soup. The minced meat is prepared by a skilled chef with nearly 20 years of experience, who meticulously selects locally sourced, plump red shallots. Following traditional methods, the shallots are sautéed in pork fat over low heat for several hours, then simmered with family-recipe Chinese medicinal ingredients for an additional 2 hours, releasing a rich minced meat fragrance that embodies a unique nostalgic flavor. The diced meat is made from premium hind leg meat, marinated with Chinese herbs, green onions, fried red shallots, and a touch of seasoning, then preserved at -10°C for 12 hours. This quick freezing process retains the meat’s natural sweetness, and after cooking, it releases a distinct aroma and a crunchy texture that compels you to take bite after bite.
